December 1, 2009

Are you an authentic leader ?

Hello everyone,

Warm welcome to The path of authentic leader !

Do you think you can lead others if you cannot lead your own life?
Hum, interesting... Of course you can! But let me tell you, you won’t create a Fortune 500 on that!

Not interested in Fortune 500? Let me ask you this: Do you think you’ll be able to create a strong and performing team in your organization if inside you it’s a mess? Do you think you’ll attract the best resources on the market if you are a control freak who fears others? No. You’ll unconsciously choose people you can dominate. Do you think it’s the way to allow your business to be competitive in the market today? No, but, you will probably say it’s not your fault; the economy is so bad…

My years in organizations have enriched tremendously my experience and observation of leaders. I had the chance to meet the great ones who made me feel I could achieve anything and, I did. I also had the chance to experience the king of manipulation types. You know, the ones so understanding you can tell them anything… until the day they use the information you gave them against you. Finally, I met the miserable ones who intimidate others. Thanks to Y generation, they slowly but surely get pushed away! X generations were too polite…

It became a real passion for me to understand what’s behind the great ones, the authentic leaders. What are they made of? I discovered that they share common rules of life.

Here they are.

An authentic leader…
  • Has enough life experience to understand the damage caused by betrayal, the illusion of fear, the pain caused by lies and has chosen another path
  • With courage, went deep down inside himself to face his strengths, his weaknesses and learned how to dance with his own shadow so he can be the only master of his life, the captain of his soul
  • Bases his decision on his inspiration and instinct, not on what he fears or might perceive through the unsupportive filter of his conditioned mind
  • Has a clear vision of what he wants to manifest and focuses on it 100%
  • Doesn’t react to life. He acts in spite of anything
  • Knows deep down inside that no matter what, he can face any challenge and turn it into a big opportunity
It may seem inaccessible but it’s not! The difference between you and an authentic leader is just a profound commitment to be the best that they can be. So, no more excuses!!

Through months, I’ll share with you powerful brain tips to help you stretch your life and business leadership. I’ll be very happy to read your challenges, success and thoughts about it.

To your empowerment,

For a better world, one leader at the time!

Caroline