16 SDG 7 Affordable and Clean Energy – Worley

Group Reflection

In our shared experience of evaluating the dynamic business landscape, our group’s journey has been enlightened by virtual communications and collaborations with students from cross-cultural backgrounds. We have actively sought opportunities to engage in cross-cultural initiatives through the COIL project. Creating safe learning spaces for everyone and utilizing global perspectives to address climate change challenges. This experience of working virtually with one another has not only broadened our horizons, but the COIL project has also provided a unique platform for exchanging invaluable learning skills. Furthermore this critical reflection will dig deep into what we learned through this experience, how we have related it to our courses and how we can apply our course learning through this teamwork. How the work was conducted, and he can identify what worked and what did not. This COIL project gave us all an intersection of skills that have been proven instrumental in crafting strategies that address the pressing CSR issues faced by businesses and encapsulate a nuanced understanding of the diverse needs and aspirations of Companies worldwide.

The COIL project required our commitment, engagement and contribution as a team. Through all these aspects we managed to have a plan that aided us in dividing responsibilities amongst ourselves throughout the whole project. This contributed to us delivering our deliverables on time moreover, by using our competencies as a team we managed to deliver a good poster and a story. Despite all our individual efforts as a team, barriers were encountered as we progressed through this project. The time difference was one of the barriers that affected our weekly schedules. We were planning time slots that would accommodate all of us but unfortunately the planning did not go as expected as some of the members were unable to pitch to the meetings due to valid reasons which some were beyond our control as team members.

Our group met twice a week to discuss the various tasks and ensure every individual was on track with their contribution to the assignment. For each task we split the work into six suitable sections so that everyone made equal efforts towards every part of the assignment. When it came to the final stage of the Aim2Flourish project we then established two sub-teams, consisting of three members each. One team focused on writing the story and the other focused on creating and developing the poster. Finally, during the last meeting for this stage we discussed our finished story and poster to give every team member an opportunity to express their views and suggest any changes.

The utilization of course concepts in teamwork is essential to improving cooperation and attaining successful results. Through the integration of knowledge and skills obtained from our courses, we were capable of utilizing pertinent ideas and techniques into the company we chose for Collaboration Online International Learning experience. This facilitates a more strategic approach to team dynamics, leading to improved communication, problem-solving, and decision-making. Applying what we’ve learned in class to cooperation also enables us to take use of the different viewpoints and skills that exist within the group, which fosters innovation and creativity. All things considered, applying the concepts learned in the course to collaboration gives us the ability to function as a cohesive unit and achieve success in our joint projects. We now have a stronger awareness of numerous methods, approaches, and best practices for collaborating effectively and productively thanks to the knowledge we acquired from the classes. This made it possible for us to approach assignments with a more strategic and knowledgeable perspective, which enhanced our capacity to solve problems and conquer obstacles. Ultimately, we were able to maximize our team’s performance and more successfully accomplish our goals by utilizing the knowledge we had learned in our classes.

First and foremost, the team’s communication abilities and cultural awareness were greatly improved in this journey. Interacting with colleagues from various backgrounds offered a means of managing varied communication etiquette and cultural subtleties, promoting efficient cooperation within an international setting. Second, the team’s understanding of the complex opportunities and difficulties related to sustainable business practices globally increased as a result of investigating sustainability from a variety of cultural viewpoints. The team’s comprehension of the subject matter was enhanced by this exposure, which also gave them a global perspective that is necessary for tackling complicated, linked situations. In the area of creative problem-solving, a third important lesson became apparent. The group learned the value of applying a variety of cultural perspectives to tackle problems creatively, which in turn increased the pool of feasible answers. This encounter changed our perspective and helped us see diversity as a spark for creativity. Finally, cross-cultural cooperation emphasized how crucial flexibility is. The crew showed resilience and adaptability in the face of logistical obstacles as they skillfully handled time zone differences and unanticipated problems. This event fostered an inclusive and cooperative work atmosphere by reiterating the need of cultural sensitivity and respect.

The team gained a wealth of skills from cross-cultural cooperation in addition to a deeper grasp of sustainable development and its worldwide ramifications. In an increasingly globalized and linked world, these abilities—which include creative problem-solving, effective communication, adaptability, and cultural sensitivity—are essential for any future undertakings. Our group leaves this experience with a thorough awareness of sustainable business practices as well as a set of skills necessary to make a positive influence on the world in our future careers.

The COIL project has been a journey that enriched our understanding of the dynamic business landscape through virtual cross-cultural peers. This experience expanded our horizons. However, some challenges were found such as time zone differences, impacting our weekly schedules and meeting attendance. Despite these difficulties, our weekly meetings and structured task division enabled progress and successful completion of the project stages. Integrating course concepts within our teamwork throughout enhancing cooperation, problem-solving, and decision-making. This integration empowered us to apply diverse viewpoints, fostering innovation and strengthening our ability to treat complex challenges. In the end, this collaborative effort has equipped us with indispensable skills, a deeper comprehension of sustainability, and a readiness to make a positive impact in our future.

Individual Reflections

Lauryn: I have really enjoyed the opportunity to take part in the Aim2Flourish project. I was part of the story writing team where I carried out research on Worley and combined this with elements of the interview to develop each section. Through this project I have learnt more about the importance of communication and how vital it is for successful collaboration. In the context of course material, I have developed my knowledge on the three dimensions of sustainable development and how this can be integrated into a real life context. The element that challenged my thinking most was discovering which parts of the innovation related to what specific goal, as Worley’s efforts influenced an excessive number of issues through a multi-faceted approach. Overall the most satisfying part of the project was seeing everyone’s contributions come together effectively to create the final poster and story, after we had overcome the biggest challenge of effective communication.

Tumelo: The COIL project was an outstanding project to be involved in, since it was my first time getting to be in this project. At first I was skeptical and nervous but that faded away as the project progressed. I got to have a clear insight about the SDG’s during the course of this project.During the 5th week I was part of the team that was writing the story, I got to do a thorough research of the company so that it can be incorporated in the story.This project enhanced my patience because we found ourselves in cross-cultural dynamics and different time zones .The project taught me about the vitality of good communication on how it aids in expressing ideas, creativity and building relationships amongst individuals. I got to encounter certain challenges especially when we were writing the story, since I had no idea on how we were supposed to structure the story to be good, however that did not stop us as a group from delivering good outputs.

Adelaide: The COIL experience I believe it’s a great initiative. At first I became part of the project without any knowledge on what it is about but through the help of professors I managed to get an idea. The first meeting I had with my teammates, it was brief. As time went our interactions improved. I made sure that I always conducted most of the meetings we had avoiding the consuming of time while everyone is shy to start speaking. I got to learn more about SDGs. From my team I learned more about the power of networking, computer skills and allowing for positive criticism. As I was part of the team that dealt with the poster, I believed what made us do great work was being positive, constructive and cooperative. The different time zones were a challenge but we were able to jungle from them and survived. As the word TEAM means that Together Everyone Achieves More.

Micaela: The cross-cultural partnership project significantly enriched my academic career by fostering a diverse range of perspectives. It improved my communication skills and cultural awareness, fostering a productive collaborative environment with my team, helping each other into every part of the project. The project’s focus on sustainable business exposed the complexity of global issues and encouraged creative problem-solving. The experience highlighted the importance of flexibility, resilience, and adaptability in a global setting. It also highlighted the significance of cultural sensitivity and respect in creating an inclusive and collaborative work atmosphere. The project not only deepened my understanding of sustainable business but also provided a diverse skill set for navigating the complexities of our interconnected world and contributing to positive global impact.

Keagan: Being a part of this virtual team throughout this project was very challenging.We had to make compromises when it came to specific responsibilities throughout the project , as the time zones and being a part of a virtual team were unique and challenging. It gave me much respect for the people in our business corporations and industries today who use platforms like Zoom to communicate with other countries, managers, and locations because getting everyone in the same time zone is very tricky. We did our best to get to know each other. However, we still lacked that in person element and there was anxiety felt by most of us socially. I enjoyed working with people from cross cultures and understanding how they think and their perspectives on contemporary business issues in our society. Additionally, I acquired varied skills that will help me navigate the complex complexities of our interconnected world and contribute to positive global change as a result of the project.

Carolina: Engaging in the COIL project virtually with people from diverse corners of the world was an exceptional and immensely enriching experience. The opportunity to collaborate across continents and cultures provided a profound insight into global perspectives on contemporary issues. However, the challenge lay in the complexities of different time zones, making meetings and collaboration a formidable task. Despite this challenge, the experience was invaluable as it fostered adaptability, resilience, and effective communication across borders. Above all, in my opinion the task was part of a challenge, a huge opportunity and definitely a journey of constant teamwork and learning experience.