By Jacqui Barrett-Poindexter
My recent post over at Glassdoor.com articulated the value of wearing your ‘game face’ as a mask in which you suit up to play the part of a value-add workplace contributor. The metaphor sparked a couple of pithy comments from Twitter and blogging leadership professionals, Meghan Biro (@MeghanMBiro) and Dawn Lennon (@businessfit).
Biro remarked, “Often, when we hear the term ‘game face’ it connotes someone not being authentic when faced with an uncomfortable dynamic. It is possible to be both transparent, genuine *and* have your game face on if you take the extra time to think after a strong emotional response occurs.”
Lennon added that “the expression of ‘never let’em see you sweat'” underpinned the salient points.
I couldn’t agree more with my career and leadership compadres, and I’m so pleased they further expanded upon and clarified the metaphor. To read the blog post and my friends’ complete comments, I invite you to click here: Four Ways To Strengthen Your Game Face At Work.
Jacqui,
As always, your posts offer so much value-laden content.
Your brand name “valueintowords” epitomizes not only your wonderful talent and skill with words, but also your promise of delivering true value.
Thank you for taking the time to share every week great career advice on not only how to market ourselves in the best way on our resumes but also how to present ourselves and do our best in our careers!
Your expert guidance is applicable whether one is just starting out, engaging in a career transition or moving on up and as such, I am a faithful follower 🙂
Dorlee,
Another thoughtful remark from someone I consider a special friend and career transition ‘leader.’
If anyone reading my blog isn’t already following yours (www.DorleeM.com), then I strongly encourage they do so today.
As you know, I appreciate your words and sharings, and I particularly value your being a ‘faithful follower.’
Many warm thanks,
Jacqui
Thanks Jacqui!!!!
Your articles are always encouraging and informative…
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