So here is what employers are saying
they rank graduates by …
- initiative and enterprise
- communication
- learning
- technology
- teamwork – like working collaboratively and enjoy working as part of a team
In media the very course we are doing and aim to make a career of, team work is crucial because there are very few if any careers in the media where you are not collaborative.
When working in a group you learn more effectively , retain work for longer and participate in more complex projects and develop skill. So what are some of our experiences
Good VS. Bad Experiences
- when everyone contributes
- speaking your mind
- share ideas/ solve problems
- inspiration
- share the workload
- speed
- support
- doing all work and others get credit
- project dies no leader
- Flaky participants
- lack of direction
- uneven work ethic
- lack of compromise
- non contact
- don’t feel comfortable expressing opinion
- project lack unity
Characteristics of Positive Collaborations
- Clear objectives (clarity, motivating value, attainability, future potential)
- good communication (keeping focused on problem, think about feedback and critique, lightning to people
- consistency
- respect
- support (someone to help if you flounder)
- responsibility (knowing your role)
- equitable (sharing workload)
Solutions you need trust, autonomy and clarity
- honesty, openness, consistency and respect
- schedule in some good/ fun experiences
- you ned to identify and develop an identity and create a sense of unity within your group (key aspects, timetable, establish clear goals and effective communication procedures)
- team rules (people time and creative process management)
- dispute resolution procedures
- conduct good meetings