The article highlights the importance of authenticity in leadership, particularly from the perspective of a gay man who discovered the transformative power of storytelling. The author reflects on his journey of concealing his personal identity while working with clients, and how coming out and sharing his own story changed his approach to business. By leading openly and honestly, he found that it not only impacted his own leadership but also encouraged his team to embrace their identities, fostering an atmosphere of trust and collaboration.
If I'm going to help brands tell their stories with honesty, I have to start by telling my own.
These little silences stack up. They build a wall between who you are and how you lead.
If your CEO can be honest about who they are, so can your team. It creates permission and builds trust.
Being an LGBTQ+ founder has taught me the power of authenticity in leadership and business.
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