Comments on: Playing the Part of Leader

By: Alan Derek Utley

Alan Derek Utley — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 04:14:56 +0000

Lisa,

Very interesting point. I agree with the notion that our identify should be defined by more than our jobs. But what if we are a different person at home (when the curtain comes down) than we are at work? In that case are we being true to ourselves and truly authentic? This might be where my analogy ends and theater and “real life” diverge. Something to think about.

Thanks for your thoughtful comment!

By: Alan Derek Utley

Alan Derek Utley — Tue, 20 Nov 2012 04:03:10 +0000

Mitch,

Excellent point. I think this is where many leaders have the potential to falter. They don’t believe they can do it, and therefore do not.

Thank you for your great comment.

Alan

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By: Lisa

Lisa — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 18:40:42 +0000

One other aspect that is not overtly mentioned but I feel is true inside this analogy is that just as actors are not the role they play but they allow parts of their authentic selves show through when they act, neither are we 100% defined by our roles at work. We bring the best part of ourselves to work as leaders but when the curtain goes down (we go home), that is our true selves. So don’t let work define you but think of it as only an aspect of yourself that will change over time.

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By: Mitch Mitchell

Mitch Mitchell — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 01:38:57 +0000

I think the biggest thing you mentioned above is believing it. All the leadership training in the world means nothing if the person taking it doesn’t believe they can do it and are worthy of the title. Great point.

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