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8/24/2017 4 Comments Authentically You!
By Julie
Over the years, I have read way too many leadership articles and attended numerous training classes on how to be a better leader / A Better Version of Myself. On the basis - If you do not change – you will never be successful or a great leader.
Over time I did become a better MANAGER – I learned how to captivate an audience with a riveting presentation, deliver transformational business results and command a room with my black suits and intensity. I achieved success I never imagined (more on that another time). At the same time my husband and I were growing our family, and ultimately, I got lost in the “busy-ness” of being a wife, mom, daughter, friend and boss. These responsibilities demanded my daily attention and provided me with society’s definition of “success” YET I began to drift into someone I did not recognize. My spirit began to fade, my confidence eroded and my leadership (not management) weakened as I tried to fit into this box I created. Merriam-Webster definition of authentic is: true to one's own personality, spirit, or character; is sincere and authentic with no pretensions! Choose any great leaders that has changed the world and you will see – they all have passion, spirit and are true to the very essence of their character. I was hit with this realization: When you are trying to be someone you are not – people can sense it. And, while you might increase your IG followers, you will never be a great leader, never change the world and never find internal peace. So internet world here are the questions I am asking myself to reconnect with the spirit of my character:
4 Comments
Ericca
8/25/2017 12:29:39 am
It is difficult to not become lost in the processes of being a successful working mother. Whiles difficult its essential we keep our grounding! Such an important topic! Love it!
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Julie
9/20/2017 04:00:53 pm
Thank You!!
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Pat
10/3/2017 06:00:51 pm
Julie - it takes bravery to speak honestly about yourself in public. Thanks for sharing and good luck on your journey of a life with purpose!!
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