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The Rules of Healthy Competition

Started by ybpguide · 9 months ago

The fact that we identify ourselves as Young Black Professionals means that we are driven and have at least a little competitiveness about us. In law school being competitive was a way of life for some students, and even if you weren’t cutthroat, you still had to maintain a ̶ ... Continue reading »

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  • Shante

    2 years ago

    I often catch myself downplaying my competitiveness in my current work environment. I currently work with a group of women who do not have drive and/or competitiveness. It is wrong but I often feel as though I am the only intelligent women in the bunch. I know this is wrong but thats they way I feel....to put things in perspective.....I was told I dress up too much by one of my co-workers.
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  • Fredric

    2 years ago

    i know the exact feeling. don't feel bad or down about being competitive, dressing nice, or being the best.

    although we're always taught to be humble, relish in the fact that when it comes down to it, you'll probably be asked to take on the big challenges.

    you've proven it through your drive, moxy, and focus. in the end, these are the people that are the most successful.
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