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Forming Stage

The forming stage is the team's starting phase. It is typically positive and energetic because everything is new, people are learning about each other and their roles, and the project has not yet encountered real problems.

Key Points

  • First phase of team development when members are just coming together.
  • Behavior is polite and cautious; team looks to the leader for direction.
  • Goals, roles, and processes are still unclear; conflict is low and productivity can be limited.
  • Project manager facilitates introductions, sets vision, clarifies roles, and establishes working agreements.

Example

A new cross-functional agile team meets for the first time to kick off the project. Members introduce themselves, discuss the product vision, create a team charter and working agreements, and rely on the Scrum Master and Product Owner for guidance.

PMP Example Question

A newly assembled project team is polite, avoids conflict, asks the project manager for clear direction, and is unsure about responsibilities. Which team development stage are they in?

  1. Performing
  2. Storming
  3. Forming
  4. Norming

Correct Answer: C — the initial forming stage when the team is just coming together

Explanation: These behaviors match the early phase of team development where members are exploring roles and seek strong leadership and structure.

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