Embrace, experiment, evolve your leadership identity.
When some people transition as a leader, they retain the identity of a team member or technical expert.esindeniz/123rf
Adam Grant calls it “the act of settling in a choice and losing years of our lives to that one decision because of our inability to re-think our plans.” He even says that “Identity foreclosure can stop us from evolving.” If authenticity is perceived as an unwavering sense of self, the very definition of"self" can limit us. What happens when we step outside our comfort zone or take on new duties that challenge our familiar sense of self?
Ironically, challenges to one's sense of self offer the most valuable lessons in effective leadership. Authenticity, therefore, should be viewed as an ongoing process.Effective leadership is fundamentally relational and hands-on. To transition successfully from being a technical expert to being a leader, we must practice, experiment, and take risks. This requires an open mindset that welcomes new possibilities and continuous learning.
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