Everyone has experienced the battle of group projects. Some people are lucky and get to pick their groups, others not so much. Therefore, there are different types of people who could end up being in your group. Which role best describes you?

1. The Leader

They jump right into the project. First they establish that they are the leader as soon as the group is formed. They will collect everyone's numbers and emails to keep in touch and plan meeting times. They are very hardworking and must get that A. They do believe that their ideas are the best and will dismiss everyone else's. They are the ultimate control freak and perfectionist all in one. However, would the project get done without them? Probably not.

2. The Slacker

They possess the whole package; procrastination, lack of motivation, and no self-discipline. They aren't necessarily incompetent, they just don't apply themselves or care enough. They will most certainly not contribute to the project, so do not expect anything from them. They coast along throughout the process and benefit from everyone else's hard work.

3. The Normal One

This is usually you and your friends (if they are in your group). Typically, they are responsible and they contribute to the project by doing their part. They are characterized as an assistant to the leader, making sure the project gets done. They usually help pick up any work that other members didn't do, to lighten the load on the leader. Since they are "normal" they are in most cases, the mediator. Strive to be this person.

4. The Funny Guy

Every class has a class clown. They are the group's personal comedian. Hardly does any work except crack jokes and keep the members laughing. They think their jokes should be added to the project to make it better. Typically, you have to tell them to stop and do their work before anything productive comes out of them.

5. The Clueless One

This person is the least helpful in the group. They have no idea what is going on, they are stuck in a trance. Do not rely on them for anything, they probably won't even be listening to what you are saying. Don't ask them questions either, they'll probably answer with, "What?" or "I don't know." They are completely lost.

By the end of the project, you have learned a few things...