GET IT DONE
3 : C R E AT I N G A N D W R A N G L I N G
n faster n easier n better
Manage your group. As they say, it’s like herding cats. You’ll be doing lots of group work before you graduate and it can be frustrating. ❏ Assign a leader. A good leader can make decisions and find consensus. Know that this is not necessarily the most forceful or opinionated person. ❏ Distribute duties. A group with diverse skills is best. Learn the strengths of your group members and assign tasks accordingly. Everyone should contribute and be accountable. ❏ Clarify expectations. Make it clear what each person is responsible for, and when his part of the assignment is due. ❏ Set a firm timeline. If you can’t meet in person, use Google Docs, Skype, or Slack to keep your group on track.
