Individual Strengths and Problem Solving Techniques
Carolyn Andrews
Psy 430
Paul Danner
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Individual Strengths and Problem Solving Techniques
Working in a group has been a big part of my life, both socially and professionally. In my social life, I play softball on three to four different teams. It is important to work together with others, because it takes the team as a whole to win a game not an individual person. In my professional life, I work for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Sacramento. I run an extension of the program at an elementary school by providing an afterschool program. At the site, I …show more content…
In the softball group example I bring skill of playing well and dedication to my team. My team knows that I will be there every game and they can rely on me. If for some reason I can not make the game I let the team know ahead of time. I also bring knowledge of the game. I know the rules and how they pertain to the game. Often times I have had individuals come to me to about rulings and how the game is played. At work, I am a team player. I am always encouraging team building and cooperation. As well as always being up to take on tasks that needs to be completed. I am confident in the work that I do, but am always up for constructive criticism to improve myself. People I work with know that they can turn to me to help get things done in …show more content…
This affects the group greatly. If they don’t follow consistency then their job can be really hard. Children are masters at bending the rules if they know they can. You give them an inch they will take a mile. For the staff it can be a frustrating task. The way that I can help improve and develop this technique with the staff is to be consistent myself. I need to be an example for them by following the technique as well. There are many different problem solving techniques that can be used when working in a group. Brainstorming is a good problem solving technique that I could use when making decisions in a group. Brainstorming is a good technique to use because you can about the problem and how you can solve it in many different ways. You can dissect the problem and its solutions in a short period of time. Communication is also a good technique that I could use when working with a group. If you discuss the issue when it happens, it can prevent it from escalating into something bigger. Working in groups can be difficult at times. Putting your best foot forward and using appropriate techniques to help a team work well together can help the process. There are many techniques that can be used. As managers, it is our job to ensure we work at our best abilities and use these techniques to