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Re: Can Being a Team Player Actually Make You Dumber?

Ben Rasmusen — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:21:23 -0000

That research paper is super interesting. I wonder how this scales to groups larger than 5 people.

I've always disliked small group get togethers because I felt the discussions were typically lacking in substance. Small group communication seems to stay just above phatic at best. I much prefer one on one interaction. It's very interesting to see some scientific research on this topic.

Teams in the workplace is an interesting application. It seems like the natural response to social standings are made worse by the explicit social standings within the workplace. Coworkers vying for status instead of the best solution to a problem. Maybe making the interactions more asynchronous and detached like through a company email list might mitigate some of these effects.

Great post!

Re: The things they don't prepare you for - I hereby decree - Short thoughts by David LeMieux

Ben Rasmusen — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 02:42:00 -0000

Excellent post. Having recently moved to Hawaii I can related to experiences like #2. There have been a ton of stuff we've had to get used to and learn as we get adjusted.

Health insurance can be a real pain. Since I started freelancing full time we've switched insurance plans twice and it's always a huge headache trying to figure out what their terminology means and what the advantages of one plan are over another, and that's before any paperwork.

Anyway, I just wanted to say I can totally relate and I want to wish you the best in this new chapter in your life.

Re: http://www.iherebydecree.com/archive/id/825

Ben Rasmusen — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 19:37:36 -0000

Looks awesome! The only question I would want answered before hopping into the suit is what type of stopping system is in place.

Re: The Girl Effect - I hereby decree - Short thoughts by David LeMieux

Ben Rasmusen — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 13:11:28 -0000

That video was awesome, thanks for sharing. I love dramatic use of typography and music and the cause seems worthy of such a winning presentation.