Some common themes that found with the readings The leadership challenge (Kouzes and Posner, 20017), The imposter syndrome (Hillman, 2013), The authenticity paradox (Ibarra, 2015) and Connect, then lead (Cuddy, Kohut & Neffinger, 2013) is that leadership is being authentic, finding your voice, commitment and …show more content…
54). Many people have their own style of leadership and by trying out different styles of leadership we are able to become more authentic because we are not sticking to one style. Sticking to one style could be effective in the short term but as we grow as leaders we broaden our knowledge of different ways of leading. I think I am truthful and open which is a good stepping stone to becoming a more authentic leader. I want to be an inspiring leader and one day when i find my style I will be able to make a difference to people and an organization in my life.
To be true to yourself is to stick to your values and beliefs. An inspiring leader should be able to share their values to employees and should also be agreeable to others. “You have to be honest with yourself in order to be honest with others”. Leadership requires honesty and trust and to have these qualities will help a leader to be true to themselves. I believe I am an honest person and I am true to myself because i know what my values are and what they stand