As I stood before the intricately carved wooden statue with a face, a mischievous smile crept on my face.
In that whimsical instant, I pondered the profound truth it represented.
One face on the statue displayed a confident and reassuring smile, much like the one I was wearing in that moment. It symbolized the leader who provides guidance and instills a sense of security in their team.
Another face showed a contemplative expression, reminding me of the leader who carefully weighs decisions and seeks wisdom before taking action.
There was also an empathetic face, with eyes filled with compassion, akin to the leader who understands the needs of their team and supports them with genuine care.
Yet, there was a face of determination, reflecting the resolute leader who persists through #challenges, setting an example for their team to follow.
As leaders, we often wear masks, concealing our true emotions and intentions.
The wooden face, frozen in time, seemed to remind me that the faces we make can be both our armor and our vulnerability. The smile I wore in that moment was a choice, a mask to convey confidence and assurance to those around me. Yet, it was also a reminder of the delicate balance between authenticity and the roles we play.
The wooden face with its multitude of expressions was a testament to the many faces we wear as leaders, each one serving a unique purpose in guiding, #inspiring, and #influencing those we lead.
As I continued to study the wooden-statue, I realized that #leadership is not confined to a single face but is a tapestry of emotions, qualities, and personas.
Each face represented a different aspect of effective leadership, and it was our ability to adapt and switch between them that made us well-rounded leaders.
What comes up for you when you see that wooden face ??