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Describe a positive experience that you have had working in groups or on teams in the past. What made the team exceptional? What was the shared goal of the group? How did people push each other to do their very best?

Now, describe a past experience that you have had working with an unsuccessful group or team. Why did the group or team fail? What was lacking in the leadership of the team?

Lastly, let's set some goals. Define 3 goals you want to accomplish in this class.

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Readings and Resources

eBooks:

Cook, S. (2009). Building a High Performance Team: Proven Techniques for Effective Team Working. Cambridgeshire, UK: IT Governance.

• Chapter 4: Creating a Team Vision and a Set of Values, pp. 49-56

Conlow, R., & Watsabaugh, D. (2009). Creating a High Performance Team: Gain the Skills of Today's Successful Leaders. Rochester, NY: Axzo Press.

• Part 3: Creating the New Team, pp. 41-59

Articles, Websites, and Videos:

This article discusses how the emotional intelligence of a manager can have a positive effect on the project outcome.

• Rezvani,A.,Chang,A.,Wiewiora,A.,Ashkanasy,N.,Jordan,P. J., &Zolin,R.(2016).Manangeremotional intelligence and project success: The mediating role of job satisfaction.The International Journal of Project Management,30,1112-1122.
• https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Azadeh-Rezvani/publication/303821252_Manager_Emotional_Intelligence_and_Project_Success_The_Mediating_Role_of_Job_Satisfaction_and_Trust/links/57773b1908ae1b18a7e1b87f/Manager-Emotional-Intelligence-and-Project-Success-The-Mediating-Role-of-Job-Satisfaction-and-Trust.pdf

This video asks questions related to teams and the role we play in the workplace.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ue3hCVHtZZY

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BELOW IS THE POST I NEED TO REPLY 2!!!

Reflecting on my experiences with group work, one of the most positive memories I have is from a service-learning project I participated in during college. Our group's shared goal was to organize and execute a fundraising event for a local food bank. What made this team truly exceptional was the level of commitment, collaboration, and mutual respect that each member brought to the table. Everyone recognized the importance of our mission, and we were all eager to contribute in our unique wayssome of us focused on event logistics, others on marketing and outreach, and a few on managing donations and sponsorships. We pushed each other to excel by celebrating individual strengths, holding each other accountable to deadlines, and providing constructive feedback. When challenges arose, such as last-minute changes to the event location, we worked together to find solutions rather than assign blame. This supportive environment motivated all of us to put forth our best efforts, and we ultimately exceeded our fundraising goals, making a meaningful impact in the community.

In contrast, I have also experienced working in a group that struggled to achieve its objectives. This happened in a previous class where we were assigned a group research project. The main issue was a lack of effective leadership. Our designated leader didn't communicate expectations clearly or facilitate collaboration, which led to confusion about who was responsible for what tasks. Some group members ended up doing most of the work, while others contributed very little. There was also no plan in place to resolve conflicts or ensure everyone's voice was heard. This lack of structure and communication resulted in a disjointed final product that didn't reflect our potential as a team. The experience highlighted for me how crucial strong, communicative leadership is to a group's success.

Looking forward to this class, I want to set three goals for myself:

1. I want to develop stronger communication and collaboration skills so I can contribute more effectively to group projects and help cre-ate a positive team environment.

2. I aim to deepen my understanding of the course material by participating actively in discussions, engaging with assignments thoughtfully, and seeking feedback to improve.

3. I hope to build more confidence in my leadership abilities by taking on new responsibilities, learning from my experiences, and supporting my peers in their learning as well.

By focusing on these goals, I believe I can make the most out of this class and continue to grow both personally and academically.