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    Authentic Leadership is a Daily Practice

    CJ

    Christopher Justice

    1 min read

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    Authentic Leadership is a Daily Practice

    Think of yourself as someone with a unique perspective but not unique gifts as many were born before you with the same qualities and similar background. Instead, the reason that people remember a particular individual is based on their personal and authentic power.

    Authentic power is also not in any hurry - just as you cannot push a river, you cannot rush true power. If you find yourself surrounded by people who are always frantic and insist on your immediate decision, that is a red flag.

    In fact, the speed at which people move is a direct reflection of their life, lifestyle and personal integrity. Slow and steady may not win the race, but it does reveal who is certain about their power position.

    Interestingly enough, authentic power can only be experienced in the now because yesterday is a memory and tomorrow is imagination. The present moment is where power lives.

    Key Point: Avoid talking about yourself and your background as a new general habit. Ask questions, be here, be now and be attentive to what's actually happening in every situation.