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What does it mean?
People tend to associate with others who are similar to them.
In plain terms
Birds of a feather flock together.
What can you take from it?
Expect similarity in social groups.

Where it applies

  • networking
  • friendship formation

Putting it to work

  • understanding social circles
  • team building

Questions to consider

  • Who surrounds you and why?
  • How does similarity affect your choices?

Another view

Diverse groups often lead to better problem solving.

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