138. Is it better to be a member of a group than to be the leader of a group?

Do you agree or disagree with the following statement? It is better to be a member of a group than to be

the leader of a group. Use specific reasons and examples to support your answer.

『分析』

讨论做leader的好处：主动，可以操纵更多的资源，获得更多；缺点：风险大

讨论做member的好处：安逸；没有风险；缺点：收获较小

做leader和member一定程度上与一个人的性格有关。

另外，还要看是做什么的group。视情况而定。

『范文』

When working in a group, there are many different positions, but basically, one can think of a group as having

two job types: member and leader. Some people believe that it is better to be a member of a group than it is to be

the leader. However, I think it is better to be a leader in a group because as the leader, one's ideas are more likely to

be heard, he/she is more likely to receive accolades for complete work, and he/she is able to make important

decisions for the group.

The leader of a group has the strongest voice of all. If someone enjoys coming up with new, exciting concepts

and making a difference in a project, then he/she should be the leader. It can be a frustrating experience at time to be

a member of a group. At times, a member's ideas are not taken seriously, because he/she does not have respect that

the leader has. If one leads a group, his/her ideas will always be heard and respected, and usually followed through

with.

When a project is complete, it is the leader that receives accolades for doing a good job. While the entire team

gets some respect and appreciation upon completion, it is the leader who receives the most admiration. This is an

advantage for building one's resume, and generally gaining respect in society. People always respect the leader of a

group more than the members.

Moreover, it is better to be the leader of a group than a member because the leader is able to wield the power.

Being the leader means getting a say in all decisions, and often, is allowed to follow through with any ideas that

he/she thinks up. This can mean that things that a person finds important will be completed quickly and efficiently.

Overall, I believe that it is better to be the leader of a group than to be a member. A leader can make decisions,

follow through with them, and receive recognition for a job well done. However, there are of course some

negatives of being a leader. The leader has much more responsibility for the project than anyone else, and if there

is a failure, it is the leader's fault. If a person is willing to take on this added responsibility, then being a leader is by

far the best position.