In the work I do with individuals, one of the things that I have observed is how often people feel they need to be like someone else. There is this perception that it is important to look like, have the skills of, and present themselves as some ideal type.
Nothing could be farther from the truth! It is critical to develop your own personal style. The more a person behaves like a cookie-cutter image of someone else, no matter how admirable he or she might be, the less is works. The key is to focus on polishing your strong qualities and sanding down your rough spots. Above all else: Be your (best) self rather than a cheap imitation of someone else. That is a key to career success!
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This advice of being your (best) self rather than a cheap imitation of someone else applies not just to career success but success in life in general.
I agree whole heartedly with your comment Lee!
In my experience, I have found that individuals often get caught up in this false self within their work role and then it permeates across other life roles. This process, if not addressed can lead to a crisis of meaning and identity later on in life.
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