The Take-Away

I took away so much, it probably was more than my fair share.  So many new people, ideas, and just general happiness. Wednesday afternoons brightened my whole week and put me in the best of moods. Thank you Casey, Lori, and all you excellent folks for providing that.

Other than happiness I learned about myself. What makes me tick, the types of leadership I respond to, what models I relate to, and how important leading is to the success of an idea or group.  Observing other leading styles that existed in my peers was incredible. Some approached problems directly, while other thought and then had beautifully complex ideas. And it was freaking fun. I just cannot get over the amount of wit, creativity and general lack of fear that existed in our little leadership cocoon. Also, this final project is great. It is real and applicable and just perfect for me. I love creating and planning.

Well I like to think I learn everyday. But I would like to teach others what I've learned, even if it comes about indirectly.  Applying concepts and starting a new club are a few of my goals. I would love to become involved in the planning of student activities and more time in Locatelli.

But my greatest wish is stay in contact with the great ELP Broncos. You all are so incredible and I'm stoked to watch us through the next few years as we become big names with big ideas.

Tuckman's Stages

Clip 1: Norming
This is seen in the unity displayed by a group to the point that they will take on extra work when they are not required to.

Clip 2: Adjourning
The joy mixed with sadness is a sublime emotion. Genie is excited yet mournful at the conclusion of his adventure.  The ending usually shows how close ties are and is accompanied with feelings of sadness.

Clip 3: Storming
The conflict between ideas is very clearly present as two teammates argue over the way the other is behaving. This conflict matches the idea of storming perfectly.

Clip 4: Performing
To me performing is like the climax of a book. This is what the group has been working for so they must collaborate and produce.

This leaves Forming which I think is perhaps exemplified in the following video:

So this is called "Where the Hell is Matt?" and it show how global formation of groups can happen so easily! It starts with his silly dance move and turns into something that is powerful and unifying. If this is the stage in which one fels optimism and excitement then this video is it. It's a bunch of people letting themselves be silly with a bunch of strangers. If that's not formation, then what is?