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Remember that time you shared something deeply personal, hoping for connection, but instead faced awkward silence or judgment? That's the shadow side of authenticity we rarely discuss—when being your genuine self creates distance instead of drawing people closer.

Magnetic authenticity is a powerful force that can transform your relationships and leadership, but like any strength, it has potential pitfalls. Through years of coaching and observing human behaviour in countless organisations, I've identified three critical ingredients that, when missing, cause authenticity to backfire: awareness, intention, and alignment.

Without self-awareness, we remain blind to how our authentic expression impacts others. Are you truly showing up as yourself, or as who you were conditioned to be? Many of us operate from childhood patterns that feel authentic but actually block our true potential. A phrase I hear over and over from my clients is, "No one's ever told me this before"—sometimes that gentle reflection of truth can completely transform someone's leadership journey.

Your intention matters tremendously. When authentic sharing comes from fear, lack, or unresolved pain, it creates a vastly different impact than when it flows from service and purpose. Consider the classic oversharer, the constant meeting dominator or the silent one that prefers to wait and watch —what drives these behaviours at their core? Understanding your true motivations helps ensure your authenticity serves both you and others effectively.

Finally, alignment with your environment determines whether your authentic expression will land well. Not every space welcomes true diversity of thought or behaviour, despite what people might claim.  Sometimes tactical authenticity—choosing when to reveal different aspects of yourself—is the wisest approach.

This transformation from raw authenticity to magnetic authenticity isn't about being less genuine; it's about being intentionally authentic in ways that create meaningful connection. 

Ready to develop these three ingredients in your own life? Join the waitlist for upcoming masterclasses at https://brilliance-inspired.kit.com/mcwaitlist and learn tools to align your authentic expression with your deepest purpose.

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I am a Confidence and Success Coach for leaders, Organisational Development Consultant and independent Leadership Circle Profile® Certified Practitioner. Information shared about this tool is courtesy of Leadership Circle®, all rights reserved. www.leadershipcircle.com