Self-awareness and Authenticity

In this chapter, they discuss the importance of self-awareness and knowing oneself as a leader. They emphasize how knowing one's values, strengths, weaknesses, and what energizes or deenergizes them contributes to coming across as more confident and aware of nonverbal cues. They also mention the significance of authenticity for leaders and share insights on how leaders can create and communicate their identity. They highlight the use of assessments to understand one's strengths and weaknesses, and how this knowledge helps leaders adapt and seek support when needed. The concept of an 'energy sandwich' is introduced, which involves alternating tasks that provide energy with those that may drain energy, as a way of managing one's day.