Principles for authentic leadership

- [Instructor] To be an authentic leader … is to have your own sense of regulation. … It is about focusing on what really is important to you … and your team. … It is important to note … for authentic leadership to work you must have discipline, … because without it, it would be hard to inspire others … and motivate yourself. … Being a leader is not a position but a behavior. … There are certain standards to uphold when leading others. … This lesson will chronicle compelling principles … about authentic leadership. … (calm music) … First, authentic leadership is about being genuine. … It's about being real. … Those traits grow over time, … because it primarily comes from our experiences … as both the follower and leader. … So it is important to be patient with yourself … on how you portray your genuineness. … Remember, being a true leader … is all about valuing yourself and others. … That means to be an authentic leader … you have to show authenticity and empathy at the same time. … So be patient so you can continue to grow …