When I consider the adjourning stage and think about which
groups are the hardest to leave, the personal connection is what stands out the
most. When I spend a lot of time with a
group of individuals and we connect on a personal level, adjourning is
harder. When I am in groups that
collaborate, work hard together, and do this in a professional manner, these
are the hardest projects to adjourn from.
There is almost a sort of let down or sadness after it is all over. This is why adjourning in a way that you feel
you are not walking away forever is important. Exchanging information and blocking out time
to stay connected in one way is important.
I feel that adjourning from the group of colleagues will be
a positive adjournment. We have developed skills together and therefore will
always share a commonality. I also feel
that this group of individuals is part of my professional connections. I plan to keep in contact with those whom I
have met. I hope that others will keep
my information to use me as a reference when needed. Adjourning is an essential stage of teamwork because
it is a celebration and a way to recognize all of the hard work that has been
accomplished. “As the project manager, it is important that you arrange for a
celebration to recognize the team's accomplishments. This will close the
project on a positive note. Plus, you never know when you will work with some
of these same people on a future project you are leading. They'll remember the
recognition and appreciation you showed them on this project.” (Audi, 2010).
Reference
Abudi, G. (2010). The five stages of team development: A
case study. Retrieved from http://www.projectsmart.co.uk/the-five-stages-of-team-development-a-case-study.html
Tisha,
ReplyDeleteI agree adjourning from our group will be positive; each of us has completed our goal of earning our master’s degree, and we will embark on a different journey as we set new goals. I will share my personal email with our colleagues as to keep in contact. Adjourning is bittersweet as we are celebrating and saying goodbye all at once. This group experience has given us professional contacts and resources, and as you mentioned never know when you will work with your colleagues in the future.
Tisha,
ReplyDeleteI agree with you about how adjourning from our group will be a positive experience. I do intend to share my email address with our colleagues as to keep in contact with them. I feel that the experience has been one of amazing discovery and valuable because through all of our different skills and posts we all offer different skills and experiences that other people can take something valuable from. We all have different opinions about things that matter to us and no matter what, we have all shared our thoughts with each other in a respectful manner. Thank you for sharing the post that you did this time. I have enjoyed reading it.
I agree with you that during the time of adjourning that it should be celebrated. I believe in celebrating growth and positive movement towards the future! Adjourning is not always good-bye but it is a step towards a new direction, new ideas, and new goals!
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