Lead from Where You Are
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Be Authentic, they say, but what does that even mean?
The answer will be different for everyone.
You have to be an authentic leader, whether as an executive or a thought leader. Gone are the days when you are only measured on your performance as an executive. People want to work for people they like and admire, which takes a lot more than being "professional" and what I used to envision when I thought of a "leader" in corporate America.
Breaking Free from Preconceived Notions
A few years ago, I wouldn't dream of making a video for LinkedIn in a random t-shirt and hat. That isn't what fancy business people did. If I wanted to be taken seriously as a younger female in the industry, I couldn't afford to do anything that fell outside the norm.
But here's the thing: I was wrong. Authenticity is what MADE me a leader. Authentic leadership isn't about perfection but about leading from where you are with the heart of a lifelong learner. Keep reading for my thoughts on what being an authentic leader means 👇🏼