Is this statement correct?
"Helping other people contributes to your being a great leader."
I'm not really sure with the phrase 'to your being'. It sounds incorrect but I'm not really sure. If it's incorrect, how do I rephrase the sentence?
It would be better to replace "being" with "becoming." Then it'll read better and make better sense.
Thank you for your reply. :)
By the way, how about if it's in the past (contributes -> contributed)?
Can the phrase still be 'to your becoming'?
Yes, it can ... it'll read fine either in past or present.
Thank you very much for your help. :)
You're VERY welcome. =)
To determine if the given statement is correct, let's first analyze the phrase "to your being." While it may seem awkward or unclear, this construction is actually grammatically correct. It is a way to express an action or quality belonging to someone, in this case, "being a great leader."
If you prefer a simpler and more straightforward way to phrase the sentence, you could consider rephrasing it as follows: "Helping other people contributes to your ability to become a great leader." This alternative removes the use of "being" and provides a clearer connection between helping others and developing leadership skills.
However, it is also important to note that language and communication can be flexible, and different constructions may be considered acceptable depending on the context or individual preferences.