Potential Magazine Fall 2017 | Page 11

The Dictator/ Control Freak This student is ready to go. They already have a “great” idea and know just how to execute it. They need everyone to do exactly as they command in order for the project to get done the “correct” way. PROS: Someone tells you what to do if you didn’t hear the teacher’s instructions. And hey, at least you know the work is getting done! CONS: You might not agree with their vision for the project; their stress makes you stressed. HOW TO DEAL: Compromise and be a mediator. The Procrastinator You could ask them every day for a week, or every ten minutes du