The document discusses the differences between static and dynamic identities. Those with static identities define themselves based on past qualifications and achievements, which leaves them trapped in history. Those with dynamic identities define themselves based on their future potential and willingness to learn and grow. The document observes the identities of three people - a peon, teacher, and bus conductor. The peon takes pride in his work and helps others, showing a dynamic identity. The teacher imparts knowledge but lacks availability, displaying both static and dynamic traits. The bus conductor does not help passengers, exhibiting a static identity focused on past roles rather than growth.

1. Gyanmanjari Institute Of Technology
( Bhavnagar )
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2. CREATED BY :
Ronak Sutariya (151290107052)
Tushar Anghan (151290107002)
Ref by :
Pro. Raju Andhariya
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“CONTRIBUTOR”

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4. Contributor Identity
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 “who am I?”
 Non-contributors and Contributors define themselves
differently.
 Contributors choose
‘Dynamic Identity’.
 Non- Contributors have
‘Static Identity’.

5. Static Identity
 Non-contributors usually define themselves in
terms of
 what they have acquired in life (e.g. qualifications,
position,
 years of experience, etc.). This is a static identity,
based on
 your past glories or past failures. This static
identity leaves
 you trapped in history
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6. Traits of a Static Person:
Qualifications and Awards
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 Only thinks about
himself and his
personal goals or
achievements

7. Power and Position
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 Boastful about his
power and position,
using his power and
position only for
himself.

8. Past Achievement
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 Pride for his past
achievement and
hence losing focus on
his current goals.

9. Knowledge Gained
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 Bounded by the
knowledge gained by
him.

10. Dynamic Person
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 Contributors define themselves in terms of
what they will
 become or accomplish (e.g. capacity to deliver,
commitment
 and ownership of the organization’s purpose,
etc.). This is
 a dynamic identity based on your “being” and
“becoming”.
 Such an identity lets you choose to live a better
future.

11. Traits of a Dynamic Person
The difference I can make to the world
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 Acts responsible not
only towards him, but
also to the people
around him.

12. The responsibility I carry
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 He is the one to
make the difference
to the world with his
power or
knowledge.

13. My future potential for
contribution
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 Not proud about his
glories and looks for
further
achievements.

14. Willingness to learn and grow.
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 Having willingness
to learn and grow.
 Not restricted to any
boundaries.

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Personality
Dynamic
Identity
Static
Identity
Broad Minded
Aim oriented
Unlimited Goals
Interest in the other affairs other then
their goals
Always ready to help ,serve as share
their knowledge and whatever power they
possessed.
Conservative
Self Center
Limited to Goals
Self Oriented
No interest in the other affairs
other then their goals
Not helpful to others

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Persons we
observed
 A Peon (named -X)
 A Teacher (named-
Y)
 A Bus-conductor
(named -Z)

17. Observations:
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 Person X – the peon:
 Limited knowledge and skills.
 takes pride in his work.
 helps the people around him.

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 Static Behaviors:
 Not willing to work
more than the
office hours.
 Dynamic
Behaviors:
 Although his
qualifications are
limited, he takes
pride in his work.
 Always ready to
help the people
around him.
 Willingness to do
the work other
than the work
assigned to him.

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 Person Y – the teacher:
o Extensive knowledge and skills.
o Being punctual.
o Unable to devote sufficient time to the students.
o Has a vision for the college’s growth and takes
steps in order to improve the college’s
reputation.

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 Static
Behaviors:
 Unable to devote
time to the
students, hence not
able to help them
out.
 Proud about the
knowledge gained.
 Dynamic
Behaviors:
 Punctual about the
work.
 Looks for the
betterment of the
organization.

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 Person Z – the bus-conductor:
o Performs his assigned duties for
the sake of doing it.
o Asks for change from the
passengers, even when he has
one.
o Not willing to help the people.

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 Static Behaviors:
 Z does not offer
his reserved seat
to the needy ones
(e.g.. To old aged
people).
 Not helping
people, even when
he could have.
 Dynamic Behaviors:

23. Conclusions:
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 X has a dynamic identity.
 We learnt that, even though you work for a limited
period, work efficiently.
 Help out the people around you and make the
difference.

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 Y has a dynamic identity:
 We learn how to impart the knowledge possessed
by one to the others.
 Devote time to the people to whom you can help.
 Contribute not only to yourself but also to the
institution and its welfare.

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 Z has a static identity:
 His unhelpful behavior creates inconvenience to the
passengers on the bus.
 If you are in possession of some authority or power,
help the people around you.

26. Questions and Answers
Regarding three persons
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1)About Qualifications
and Awards ?

27. Answers:-
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 Person X  I would do my best in my field even though I am not
well educated.
 Person Y I have completed my education by getting Masters
Degree and I will try my best output to institute.
 Person Z I am fed up of my job, doing just for the sake of
doing it.

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2) About Power and
Position ?

29. Answers:-
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 Person X  I would like to obey all given orders &
follow them & I would like to be advised.
 Person Y  I will find out the best solutions for the
problems but as per my time convenience and concern
all regarding any worthy advice.
 Person Z I would not like anyone to advice me, I can
take my decisions on my own without anyone’s help.

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3)Regarding helping
others?

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 Person X: I’m focused on my goal and would concentrate my
work and also help others
 Person Y: Help!!! I’ll take time to help you in your work but not if I
am very busy .
 Person Z:Why should I help you and waste my time , rather I’d
do some other work .

32. Static Identity versus Dynamic Identity
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33. Static Identity Dynamic Identity
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 A Teacher who
feels..
…I got prestigious
award of best
teacher from CM.
 A Teacher who
feels..
…I have to make sure
that all the student
of my class get
pass with flying
marks.

34. Static Identity Dynamic Identity
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 The Commanding
Officer of troops of
army who feels…
…I am the commander
of thousands of
soldier.
 The Commanding Officer
of troops of army who
feels..
…Being the commander of
troops, I have the
responsibility to look after
welfare of my troops and
to guard the nation.

35. Static Identity Dynamic Identity
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 The Software Engineer
who feels…
…15 years back, I got a
gold medal in my
subject. I have
developed many
software and have
nothing to achieve now.
 The Software Engineer
who feels…
…I love developing
software and still have to
learn many upcoming
technologies for
developing new software.
E.g. Steve Jobs

36. Static Identity Dynamic Identity
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 A Cricketer with over
15 years of
experience who
feels…
…I have many years
of experience playing
at International level.
What can a
youngster teach me
about the game?
• E.g. Vinod kambli
 A Cricketer with over 15
years of experience
who feels…
…playing at
International level
taught me that it is
difficult to survive in the
team unless and until I
learn new techniques
from promising
youngsters of the team.
• E.g. Sachin Tendulkar

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