Core Competency Reflection

If there is disagreement within the group, I find it helpful to get the opinion of each person in the group, and then find an alternative solution that includes both sides of the situation. The best solution is to not necessarily pick one side as the other person will not agree, and this could ruin the group collaboration for the rest of the groupwork, but to instead come up with something that makes everyone happy. If the disagreement cannot be solved, the easiest option is to go with what the majority of the group wants, and to move on quickly so we can get the rest of the assignment finished.

One of the ways I ensure my group is clear on the common purpose is to work collaboratively together while completing the assignment as a group. This way we can make sure we get the perfect solution, also making it easier to form ideas and make sure each person contributes their ideas. I also make sure my group members are focused, on task and I make sure I can provide support if needed.

Moving forward, my goal is to show that I value feedback from others in my group by not taking the feedback as a negative comment, but to accept and acknowledge that the feedback will help me improve. Feedback from others can help me see a different viewpoint, and can help me think of something I haven’t thought of before. Moving forward I need to realize that while working in a group, its not just my opinion that matters, but we have to work collaboratively and give each other feedback.