‘Authentic leaders create an environment where their values are known and they are willing to be held accountable to them; they are transparent. Ultimately, an authentic leader inspires trust, loyalty, and confidence within their workforce which drives optimal results, mission success, and personal growth. This obvious leads to very beneficial financial results in any business as well. In fact According to the Harvard Business Review, 75% of employees want to experience more authenticity at work. In order to inspire your employees, they need to know you, they need to respect you and they need to be aware that you are living in line with your own values. When authentic leaders create a trusting environment, they allow employees to be themselves, which boosts productivity by as much as 30%.’

Think of the impact that will have on your bottom line?

The first few key steps;

1- Your people want to know who you are 2- They want to be able to respect you 3- They want to see you are living in line with your values- that you are trustworthy!!!

Manage the Paradox of Authentic Leadership- Managing Authenticity: The Paradox of Great Leadership

by Rob Goffee and Gareth Jones

1- Prepare in advance 2- Focus on Knowing Yourself and Others 3- Keep those close to you who give honest feedback 4- Use Where You Come From 5- Conform—But Only Just Enough

Great leaders understand that their reputation for authenticity needs to be painstakingly earned and carefully managed……this is not a set and forget task. Many great leaders have personal stories they share regularly that engage their people creating their authenticity, so reviewing yours and making sure they match your environment is critical for your success in this area.

There is a lot more than just being open and talking with direct honesty needed for being a trust based authentic leader…..in fact it’s much harder than most people ever grasp, but if you can focus on this, and get it right you are on your way to being a great leader who can fully engage your people for success!

This is the piece of the puzzle that most businesses and leaders need help with. If you have reached this point do contact me directly at [email protected] for a free no obligation discussion of just where you are and how we may be able to help.

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