ABSTRACT
Authentic leaders are a special breed of people. They know who they are, and this self-knowledge empowers them to transform their life and the lives of those they lead. Authentic leadership is transformational leadership. It transforms people from Industrial Age styles of thinking and behaving to a culture of empowerment and engagement. Authentic leadership leads people through change and, in the process, empowers them to new levels of communication and performance. It's a win for the leader, the employee and the organization. They are role models for their organizations and society as a whole. The blueprint provides a foundation for leaders seeking to approach their role with greater authenticity. Anyone can embark on a journey to self-navigate their way to authentic leadership. The path is clearer and more effective with a blueprint, a map, a step-by-step guide, a system, that provides the ability to 'see' self, accept vulnerabilities and make small 'tweaks' that promote self-management.
