Paradox of a Leader
A paradox is a statement that appears to be contradictory, but nonetheless may be true. ... Both the captain of The Secret Sharer and I share a similar paradox of a leader who lacks confidence. ... As the captain, he should possess the qualities of a leader who demonstrates a commanding presence on his ship. ... Obviously, the captain doubts himself as the leader of his ship in the beginning of the story, but finds that his belief has changed once he has accomplished a difficult task. I have also experienced a time in my life when I doubted myself as being a true leader of my high school’s dance team. ... Not only does the captain of the team assume the position of being the role model and inspirational leader, but the captain also becomes the head-choreographer. ... When one is named a captain, he or she is supposed to live up to that title of being a strong leader.