We frequently receive enquiries requesting information on the copyright of Belbin materials. In particular, the use of the self-scoring paper Self-Perception Inventory (SPI) originally published in Meredith Belbin’s book, Management Teams: Why They Succeed or Fail (1981). To clarify our position, we own the copyright and do not allow this questionnaire to be reproduced in any form. Individuals may purchase the book (1st and 2nd editions) and complete the SPI for their own personal development, but any copying or wider usage is an infringement of copyright. The 3rd edition of Management Teams: Why They Succeed or Fail offers the reader one free online Belbin Individual Report. Apart from its reproduction being a breach of our copyright, it is: We do not allow the use of the self-scoring questionnaire. Obsolete (no Specialist role) - Lacking balance of observer input - Not properly normed - Does not offer any Team Role advice.

Replacing Belbin's up to date, easily accessible and fairly priced profiles with an infringing copy is also not fair.Ĭopying and using the Belbin SPI, even by an educational body, is simply not considered fair use / fair dealing. There is a clear and negative financial impact upon the copyright owner because of such use. The infringing versions of a Belbin SPI are being used in place of Belbin’s well-known, established and easily accessed commercial versions. Aimed to give a better understanding on the contributions made to the team.Such use thus undermines Belbin sales of legitimate teaching materials / profiles and reports and is simply not fair. An outline of this session can be found at Team Session Ideas.Ī great 2 page handout that answers the most frequently asked questions, including “What is an Allowable Weakness” and “Can I change Team Roles?”.Īn exercise to work through once an individual has their full ( SPI and Observers) report. This handout can be used by participants to help understand the Belbin Team Role distribution of their team. This handout helps an an individual to become a ‘good example of the type’ by giving advice on things to do, and things to avoid doing, for each Team Role. Please find below a selection of handouts that you can download and print ready for a Belbin workshop, feedback session, coaching appointment, team building day…Ī one page handout that summarises the strengths and allowable weaknesses for each of the nine Team Roles.Ī two page handout that explains the theory of Team Roles and introduces the concept of strengths and allowable weaknesses.

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Individual Team Role Profile (full 360).Management Teams – Why They Succeed or Fail.

Systemic Transformation and Innovation Coaching.Professional Training Path for Belbin® Coaches.

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