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What does it mean?
He identifies as neither an outsider nor an insider, occupying a neutral space in social dynamics.
In plain terms
He sees himself as somewhere between being an outsider and an insider.
What can you take from it?
Identity can exist outside social boundaries.

Where it applies

  • social groups
  • career environments
  • personal identity

Putting it to work

  • define your own identity
  • embrace ambiguity

Questions to consider

  • Do you belong somewhere?
  • How do you define your place?

Another view

Neutral positioning can make it harder to find allies.

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