Geese fly in a V formation to gain aerodynamic benefits from the flock, demonstrating that working together can increase effectiveness. Individual geese support the flock by taking turns as leaders, accepting help from others, and caring for those that are wounded. The lessons from geese emphasize the importance of cooperation, shared leadership, and mutual assistance within a group.
3. Goose Lesson 1
• Geese: The V formation gives 71% extra
power; they fly 71% further with the same
energy compared to flying alone.
• People: We are more effective when we
work together towards common goals
4. Goose Lesson 2
• Geese: A bird leaving the formation
quickly returns.
• People: It is much tougher to go it alone; it
can be better to accept help from the
group and to play a part in the group
5. Goose Lesson 3
• Geese: The lead of the V rotates; when
the leader gets tired, another goose flies at
the front.
• People: We need to share leadership – we
are interdependent and should all be
prepared to shoulder responsibility
6. Goose Lesson 4
• Geese: The geese in the V honk from
behind to encourage the leaders to keep
up their speed.
• People: We should support those that lead
us by challenging them to do their best but
also cheering them on.
7. Goose Lesson 5
• Geese: A wounded or sick goose will be
followed down by two other geese for
protection. They stay until it is able to fly
again before re-joining the flock.
• People: We need to stand by each other in
difficult times.
