Have you ever encountered a superior who consistently presents challenges, while providing unclear explanations that leave you perplexed? An authentic leader does not solely admonish their subordinates to cease making mistakes and improve, without explicitly expressing their expectations and desired outcomes. To become an effective leader, it is essential to acknowledge that individuals cannot perceive your thoughts. It is imperative, therefore, to articulate your ideas and provide guidance on how certain tasks should be approached. In essence, fostering improved communication skills is paramount. Objectives that are established tend to fall into two categories: those that are conservative and hence likely to be achieved, and those that are missed frequently, resulting in discontentment among stakeholders, elevated levels of stress, or a sense of complacency within the team leading to disengagement among team members. In such a context, the term "leadership" merely serves as a rhetorical device to describe an intangible and illusory concept. When you possess such influence over others, you wield authority. Not an imposition of authority, but rather an intrinsic resilience that invites individuals to heed your words, instills in them a desire to collaborate with you, prepares them to take the next step, and encourages them to embrace your vision.