Part 2 in a two-part series, in this article we face the following challenge: applying strength when the world shakes. Because authentic leadership isn’t tested in calm waters - it’s proven in the storm.

Part 1 of a two-part series, this article explores strengthening your emotional core through stillness, reflection, and inner clarity. Because before we can lead others with impact, we must lead ourselves with intention.

With her wealth of wisdom from meeting and interviewing people, Oprah Winfrey once shared a profound truth: "Every human being wants most to be seen, heard, and understood." This fundamental need resonates especially deeply in challenging times when uncertainty looms.

Sing along with me: “I always feel like somebody’s watching me and I have no privacy (oh-oh-oh). As a leader, you too are being watched—always. So, how do you want to be seen?

In essence, every leader is a CEO, not just a Chief Executive Officer, but more crucially, a "Chief Emotional Officer." At the heart of human interaction and motivation lies the fundamental need for validation. Each person yearns to be seen, heard, appreciated, and understood.

In moments of significant change, reflecting on the wisdom of past leaders who overcame similar trials can offer us valuable insights. In this article I encourage you to be inspired to lead, to look beyond the immediate waves and see the horizon of opportunities that await.

Change represents both a profound opportunity and a significant challenge. As leaders, our journey towards implementing change within our organisations must begin with ourselves.