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a man of action maintains his identity

a man of action maintains his identity

March 20, 2006

Quick tips on the Main Character’s Approach.

A Do-er maintains his or her personal identity - regardless of what is thrown at them.

At the beginning of Dirty Harry, even with all the mayhem erupting on the street outside, Clint maintains his cool persona. He’s not going to let a couple of thugs keep him from enjoying his hot dog.

Contrast this with a Be-er, whose personality is fluid and the first strike weapon in achieving their goal.

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