Beware of Cliques that Threaten your Individuality
It’s often said that if you want to go fast, go alone, but if you want to go far, go with others. And it’s true. The value of surrounding yourself with like-minded, success-driven people cannot be overstated. 📍But here’s something just as important: You must understand the rules of engagement when walking with a group, so you don’t fall into the subtle traps that can come with it, even in the most successful circles. Here are three dangers to beware of, and how to avoid them: 🔹Losing Your Identity You are unique - not perfect, but valuable. That uniqueness is your contribution to the world. But in trying to fit into a group, you might unknowingly trade your personal identity for the group’s identity. 🔻Remedy: Be intentional about making your individual self known. Let people see YOU - what you stand for, what you bring to the table - beyond the group or clique. 🔹2. Comparison that Leads to Either Pressure or Comfort Being in a group can blur your sense of progress...