Boss. Chief. Leader of anything. Title does not mean a leader.

A leader is somebody whom people follow. Because people follow a leader, the leader can make people do things. A leader can therefore make people work together towards a common goal. You follow the leader and you want to develop.

An authentic inclusive leader is the informal god of the team. He/she is a master of corporate performance and cultural values. He/she is a generator of transformation and creativity in people, processes and systems.

The leader is the first among equals regardless of gender, race or religion. A leader is a person who leads without power.

This is a spontaneously chosen position. Often the leader does not have the status and powers of the boss which are enshrined in the job description. But a leader takes responsibility, boldly makes unpopular decisions, often at the risk of being fired. A leader is indecently optimistic, fearless and at the same time vulnerable. Thanks to this cocktail, the leader has fantastic authority among employees.

Any leader can be a good boss. Not every boss will be able to become a leader. But a boss can definitely learn to behave and manage like a leader.

Yes, he will be a replica. But a good fake is better than a bad source.

Leadership must be learned by everyone who interacts with people and teams. But, pardon my bluntness, a true leader still needs to be born.

A leader can be taught the necessary skill set from personal effectiveness, the ability to form a vision, be responsible for decisions made, listen carefully, ask questions, and even “grow” leaders. But a leader cannot be taught charisma and fire in the eyes. Leaders cannot be taught to love people.

The company can declare and exalt such values as inclusiveness and cooperation as loudly as they like, but again and again I hear speeches from leaders and managers that are more like the wail of barbarian conquerors than leadership words designed to support and motivate the team.

I can’t hide my sadness when I encounter leaders who are obsessed with themselves, their image, convenient political decisions and endlessly exploiting their teams.

I rejoice when I have the honor to support the development of leaders within organizations.

We build a culture of flexible partnership, frank feedback, co-creation and mutual responsibility. I always accompany my clients. I help gain confidence and strengthen loyalty to new colleagues and common mission. We show generosity of spirit.

No matter where you are in the company, you don't have to suffer from inappropriate corporate policies and conflicts of values.

There are 2 options: go look for a job with new policies and values. Or get out of your head “this is not my job”, roll up your sleeves, “whistle everyone upstairs” and create a team of like-minded people to cultivate a microenvironment of new values at the level where you are right now.

This is leadership without power. And it can't be taught. It can only be desired. Go and do. Like a real leader.