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What are your core values? The basis of being an authentic leader.

I do a lot of work with  individuals  around identifying their values. I always watch for that slight look of suspicion and doubt from many managers and leaders when I suggest thinking about their values.  It is interesting  that  we sometimes react to and perceive values to be abstract and 'soft' and of no value in terms of effective leadership.  For those that do engage with doing work around their values it is very  revealing  how frequently, the gap between an  individual's  core values and their current  situation  brings clarity to issues they are facing at the time.  Authentic leadership is a concept that has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the business world. At its core, authentic leadership is about being true to oneself and one's values. It's about leading with integrity and transparency, and building meaningful relationships with others. One of the key characteristics of authentic leadership is self-awareness. Authentic leaders have a