Adjourning Phase

The adjourning phases of a group helps a group come to close at the end of the project (Adubi, 2010). Every group has an adjourning phase, and this phase can be handled in many different ways. Some groups may have a closing celebration while others may walk away with a simple good-bye. In my career, I have been a part of many groups. When thinking about groups that have been important to me, I recall a team I was on early in my career. This team was established to help work with classroom and teachers as we went through an accreditation process. We were in the team for around 6 months and met twice a week. After the accreditation process, the team would disband, and we would continue our regular duties.  At the end of work, we had a meeting with the center director and discussed areas things we observed or felt that needed to be reinforced. We did have a closing dinner too. This allowed the team to celebrate our efforts and enjoy time outside of the center. I believe that have a final meeting and the dinner was a great way to end our hard work.  I have since left the center, but I still keep in contact with many of my teammates. We communicate mainly through social media and text messages. It is a great opportunity to bounce ideas and thought off of each other.

            At the end of this program, I hope to keep in contact with my classmates. Social media has made communicating easier and more accessible to many people. As we go our separate ways, we may still need to seek out their advice or input in our careers. Adjourning is important because it helps put closure on your work and helps alleviate any loose ends that many occur at the end of a project.

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