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May 2023
1h 9m

Why Authentic Leadership Is So Hard

Harvard Business Review
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As leaders, we know we’re supposed to be authentic, but that is easier said than done. Babson College management professor Tina Opie explains how leaders can bring their best selves to work and help others do the same – by focusing on good communication and expressing emotion effectively. 
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