It’s a myth that you need to come off as “perfect” to be seen as powerful. Icons aren’t perfect—they’re self-aware. They own their flaws, quirks, and humanity, but they don’t dwell in them. They show the polished version of themselves while hinting at the work it took to get there. That’s what makes them aspirational without being fake.

It’s not about pretending to have it all figured out—it’s about leading, even through the messy moments.