“Becoming a leader is synonymous with becoming yourself. It is precisely that simple, and it is also that difficult” – Warren Bennis.
I am increasingly convinced that authenticity is required to be successful in all our creative endeavors – and this includes leadership. It is quite strange because showing restraint and self-control is rather what has been inculcated to us. However, authenticity and the associated emotional messages are essential to move people, and to create change.
Depending on our education and the circumstances, it can be tough to authentic, and it needs to be dosed right and be timely. Still I have found that every time I was authentic and connected to my feelings, something happened that hastened progress.
Become yourself and be authentic. It is the secret of great leaders.
