Building Inner Authority

Inner authority is crucial for effective leadership, allowing individuals to make confident decisions without relying excessively on external validation or guidance. The speaker shares his journey of realizing his dependency on external mentorship and the importance of developing an internal voice that guides him. Personal experiences, such as his reflections on his relationship with his father, highlight how childhood narratives can impact one's self-perception and decision-making abilities. Ultimately, the speaker emphasizes that cultivating inner authority enables leaders to stand firm in their decisions and avoid being reactive or lost.