

CDO Matters Ep. 63 | Authentic Leadership
Nov 15, 2024
Meagan Boson, VP at Old Castle and a leadership development expert, dives into the essence of authentic leadership. She emphasizes that leadership can be learned, highlighting the power of embracing vulnerability and learning from mistakes. Meagan illustrates that anyone can lead, regardless of title, and discusses how empathy plays a crucial role in diverse teams. Moreover, she underscores the importance of maintaining human connections in an increasingly automated world, ensuring passionate and authentic leadership thrives.
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Leadership Through Mistakes And Authenticity
- Mistakes are central to leadership growth when leaders admit and learn from them.
- Authentic leadership connects deeply with core values and vulnerability, inspiring others.
Parenting Authenticity Lesson
- Meagan shared a story about her son observing her cheat day and calling out inconsistency in food rules.
- This led to a lesson in authenticity and building trust with aligning actions and values.
Foster Team Learning Culture
- Encourage team learning by reading and discussing leadership books together.
- Create supportive spaces where everyone shares insights and applies new strategies.