CMP Team Building & Development 3

Question 1

A capture team member consistently misses deadlines but produces high-quality work when complete. How should the capture manager FIRST address this performance issue?

Accepted Answer

Hold a private one-on-one conversation to understand the root cause and agree on expectations

Answer

A private, direct conversation to diagnose the root cause and reset expectations is the appropriate first step in addressing a performance gap.

Question 2

Which motivational theory suggests that capture team members are motivated by achievement, affiliation, or power, and managers should tailor their approach accordingly?

Accepted Answer

McClelland's Acquired Needs Theory

Answer

McClelland's Acquired Needs Theory identifies three dominant motivators—achievement, affiliation, and power—that vary by individual.

Question 3

What is the term for the phenomenon where individual team members contribute less effort when working in a group than when working alone?

Accepted Answer

Social loafing

Answer

Social loafing describes reduced individual effort when people work collectively, often because individual contributions are less visible.

Question 4

During a capture kickoff meeting, the team identifies conflicting priorities between the business development lead and the technical lead. What conflict resolution strategy involves finding a solution that partially satisfies both parties?

Accepted Answer

Compromising

Answer

Compromising involves each party giving up something to reach a mutually acceptable middle-ground solution.

Question 5

Which team role, as described in Belbin's Team Roles model, is responsible for driving the team forward, challenging complacency, and maintaining urgency on deadlines?

Accepted Answer

Shaper

Answer

The Shaper in Belbin's model thrives on pressure, challenges the team to improve, and drives action to meet goals and deadlines.

(CMP) Capture Management Professional Certification Practice Test

(CMP) Capture Management Professional Certification Practice Test

CMP Team Building & Development 3