“Just be yourself!” is a phrase we hear from the people around us on a daily basis. However, after reading the article, “How to work with a ‘drama diva’,” it is apparent that not everybody thinks the same way. This article outlines tips for employees to follow when working with a ‘drama diva’ in order for them to be successful in their working environment. The question is, “is this really necessary?”
Though it is an employee’s goal to deliver a product that satisfies his / her boss’s expectations, is it worth it if he / she has to lie or to present him / herself as a completely different person while working? For example, a tip mentioned in the article was to “Compliment drama divas for what they do well.” This is definitely an ethical issue in regards to whether employees are willing to change in terms of personality and to present themselves as people whose main goal has turned into becoming loyal followers of the ‘drama diva.’ On the other hand, are they willing to sacrifice this employment and work in an environment where they have freedom and area to improve their technical abilities? This depends on their view of “just be yourself.”
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