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What is authen- ticity and why is it important to leadership? Leadership comes from with- in: it is an ongoing and consistent expression of who we are. Au- thentic leaders know themselves and their purpose; they use that knowledge as their internal com- pass. When we align our actions with our sense of purpose, we act authentically; we take a stand, living centred, calm and pow- erful lives that inspire others to action. We are in control of our feelings and emotions, rather than letting them control us. Authenticity is about having personal integrity, being genu- ine, and acting in a way that is true to you and your beliefs, no matter what. It’s about NOT putting up a facade, NOT be- ing aloof or inaccessible. When making decisions or engaged in discussions, ask yourself ‘What does my authentic self tell me to do?’ Even if it is a difficult deci- sion, check in with yourself and ask, ‘How can I make and com- municate it in a way that is an expression of my purpose and in integrity with my values?’ As one begins to use newly learned behaviours, one learns to be generous and forgiving with oneself. The leader who can for- give him/herself can forgive oth- ers. Our sense of another’s authen- ticity has an enormous impact on whether or not we trust them, how comfortable we are with them, and how willing we are to follow them. Authenticity, then, is critical to effective leadership. Reaching burnout Some corporate executives are motivated primarily by money, earning six- and seven-figure incomes. Others are motivated by ‘the game’, by winning, and besting others who may be com- peting for limited corporate re- sources needed to implement their plans. Typically, these executives reach a place where they burn out, or become increasingly dis- satisfied by their day-to-day routines. As a result, their teams suffer and are not as productive, or effective, as they could be. The best leaders are guided by a deeper pur- pose – to create a product or service, for example, that delights their custom- ers, or leaves a mark on the world in some way that is meaningful to them. When authentic leaders do this well, they can sustain suc- cess and the seven-figure income, along with a genu- ine feeling of accomplish- ment, of having made a sig- nificant contribution. Finding meaning When we clarify our true purpose, we come to un- derstand what gives mean- ing to the things we do. Our purpose gives us guidance on how to do things. Our purpose guides how we do what we’ve chosen to do. It is our in- ternal compass. Of course, living on purpose means that you may not ‘fit’ or be successful or happy in every setting. But that’s OK. You will be most successful and make the greatest contribution in the place where you can be your fully gen- uine, purposeful, authentic self. So, how do you become an authentic leader? 1. Know the leader you want to be. 2. Clarify your purpose. 3. Create a vision for yourself as an authentic leader. 4. Identify your deepest values. 5. Think about leaders you ad- mire. What is it about them you want to emulate? 6. What is the legacy you want to leave? Picture how it looks and feels to be being the best, most authentic leader you can be. 7. Know your strengths and weaknesses. Especially in this fast paced, global, technologi- cal world, we can’t be experts in everything. Nor do we necessar- ily want or have time to be. 8. Be honest about what you can do well and enjoy doing and what is best left to others. 9. Identify the gaps between your vision and current real- ity. Determine which gaps you want to close by learning and growing your own expertise and which ones you want to fill with the talents of others. Identify sources and opportunities for development. Pursue them with a beginner’s mind. Enjoy the learning process. 10. Create visual cues (Post-It notes, special screen savers, mantras) to remind yourself to be your newly-discovered real self when self-doubt begins to creep in. DT The 10th dimension… the power of ten Dr Ed Bonner and Adrianne Morris discuss the importance of authenticity in leadership About the author Adrianne Morris is a highly trained success coach whose aim is to get peo- ple from where they are now to where they want to be, in clear measured steps. Ed Bonner has owned many practices, and now consults with and coaches dentists and their staff to achieve their potential. For a free consultation, or a complementary copy of The Power of Ten e-zine, email Adrianne at alplife- coach@yahoo.com or Ed on bonner. edwin@gmail.com, or visit www.thep- oweroften.co.uk. ‘Authenticity is about having personal integrity, being genuine, and acting in a way that is true to you and your beliefs, no matter what’ *Reference: Cindy Loughran http://www.newleaftouchstone is a certified professional coach. Much like Adrianne Morris, her products and services help people break out of their habitual patterns and make desired changes in order to turn over a new leaf and create a fulfilling and satisfying life. Standing out as an authentic leader