I studied in Hai Sing Catholic School (2001-2004) and Meridian Junior College (2005-2006). In secondary school, I was Drum Major and Percussion Section Leader of the Band. During my junior college years, I was elected as Vice President of the Band. Also, I was Chairman of the National Day Concert Committee, planning and overseeing the entire day’s events from morning assembly to concert performances. These experiences enriched my school life and taught me how to lead a team and cooperate with others.
I am currently a Statistics and Applied Probability major in National University of Singapore (NUS). I am also a member of the NUS Wind Symphony and Section Leader of Mus’Art Wind Orchestra, a community band.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
Saturday, October 11, 2008
Reflecting on the Research Project Experience
Doing the research project made me learn many useful skills that I can apply when I work with teams in the future. Through the process, I realized the importance of time management. Time management was something I struggled with during the project. In addition to the tight schedule for this project, it was the mid-semester examination period. There were many things we had to do and there was a need to learn to prioritize and work efficiently.
My group members accommodated to each other’s examination schedule and divided the workload accordingly. This enabled us to have time to study for tests as well as do research for our project. Communication skills are essential in teamwork. When we did not have enough time to complete our designated parts, we informed each other and reassigned the tasks accordingly. This is important because we should be honest with each other. There is a need to understand each other and with that, we are able to work effectively as a group.
As a team player, I had to learn to work efficiently to ensure I complete my parts on time. Besides speed, accuracy is also a major factor in working efficiently. Working efficiently also includes understanding the parts you are doing well. This saves time when explaining to your group members. When I am explaining my ideas and opinions, my group members will listen actively and only voice out their opinions after I have finished talking. This is a form of showing respect and we should also remember this because we want to be respected too.
On the overall, I had a positive learning experience doing the research project. I was able to apply my knowledge of effective communication skills in a real situation and I also learnt a lot from my project mates. Effective communication improves the relationship among us and it definitely aids in speeding up the work process. Being able to set your priorities right and work efficiently is needed for good time management.
My group members accommodated to each other’s examination schedule and divided the workload accordingly. This enabled us to have time to study for tests as well as do research for our project. Communication skills are essential in teamwork. When we did not have enough time to complete our designated parts, we informed each other and reassigned the tasks accordingly. This is important because we should be honest with each other. There is a need to understand each other and with that, we are able to work effectively as a group.
As a team player, I had to learn to work efficiently to ensure I complete my parts on time. Besides speed, accuracy is also a major factor in working efficiently. Working efficiently also includes understanding the parts you are doing well. This saves time when explaining to your group members. When I am explaining my ideas and opinions, my group members will listen actively and only voice out their opinions after I have finished talking. This is a form of showing respect and we should also remember this because we want to be respected too.
On the overall, I had a positive learning experience doing the research project. I was able to apply my knowledge of effective communication skills in a real situation and I also learnt a lot from my project mates. Effective communication improves the relationship among us and it definitely aids in speeding up the work process. Being able to set your priorities right and work efficiently is needed for good time management.
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