Dark mornings and an inbox that’s already demanding more of you before you’ve finished your first coffee. Add to that the unspoken expectation that you should be refreshed, re-energised, and powering through new priorities with enthusiasm following the Christmas break and it’s no wonder this time of year can feel heavy. 

But what if, instead of going through the motions of Blue Monday (and indeed the whole of January and February), we used it as an opportunity to explore? 

Traditionally, the image of a leader has centered around a strong, unwavering figure, leading their team from the front, trailblazing the way through uncharted territory to guide and instruct their followers through challenges towards a target destination. More recently, other analogies paint a slightly different picture of leadership including but not limited to: leading from the back like a shepherd guiding the flock; the bridge builder – who connects people, ideas and opportunities; the firefighter – a crisis orientated leader, thriving under pressure and solving problems; and the chess master – a strategic leader planning ahead. 

Ever worked with an inauthentic leader? The physical reaction will tell you all you need to know about why discovering who you truly are and showing up as you could unlock so much potential in your organisation.