Having the fortune of being exposed to great leadership, I’ve learned over the years that being authentic is the most consistent way to ensure the necessary buy-in required for sustainable impact.

In my line of work, I’m often tasked with developing policies and refining performance metrics. These activities involve a high level of collaboration and consensus from multiple stakeholders.

Below are a few of my valuable learning experiences:

Tell your story often
Be present -- don’t focus on the past or the future
Listen to your intuition and gut feelings
Commit to developing a deeper level of self-awareness

Additionally, the attached article is very relevant for those striving to become an authentic leader.

https://www.insights.com/media/1107/authentic-leadership.pdf