I just finished my call with Astrid. Unfortunately the communication wasn’t so good. Due to bad internet connection, we had to cut the conversation earlier. But it gave us the opportunity to go straight to the point. I definitely have a negative image of the follower. She tried to show me how he can be useful when supporting a good idea. I agreed with her as soon as the idea is a good one. But supporting when it’s a bad one is no sense. It doesn’t help the group dynamic. Moreover, I think it’s kind of hypocritical to support one’s idea if you don’t trust in it.
Nevertheless, we agreed with one point. The four roles are essential to balance the team. We just need to find the true usefulness of each member. This is the hardest part. She asked me an interesting question: What should I do if one member is too involved in his role and if he doesn’t improve in other one? The answer is not obvious. It might be easier if he bring bad waves in the team. If I show him the bad effect he has on the team, he could think of changing his mind.
I think the only way for me to see the role of the follower under a better angle, would be to meet someone who deeply trust on the efficiency of this role. Astrid and I had a similar point of view. It didn’t help me to see things differently.
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