Author: Jonathan Baktari MD

One of the most misunderstood aspects of leadership is the belief that leaders exist to resolve tension. We are taught both implicitly and explicitly that

One of the most persistent myths about leadership is that it is fundamentally about control. Control of outcomes. Control of people. Control of direction. As

Vision is one of the most celebrated traits in leadership. We praise big thinkers, bold ideas, and ambitious futures. We admire leaders who can see

Most people say they want to be CEOs. They say it casually, confidently, sometimes jokingly. Almost always with a certain glow in their eyes. What

Most people enter leadership believing that being liked will make the job easier. They assume goodwill will smooth decisions, reduce resistance, and create loyalty. On

Most people believe leadership is revealed in moments of visibility. Boardroom presentations. High-stakes negotiations. Public wins and public failures. These moments are dramatic, memorable, and

Leadership is often described as a privilege, an achievement, or a position of influence. We celebrate the authority, the platform, and the outcomes. We highlight

One of the most comforting myths we tell ourselves about leadership is that power changes people. It’s a convenient story because it allows us to

(Part 2: The Inner Work of Future CEOs) If Part 1 was about what leadership is.This is about what leadership demands of you internally. Here’s

Most people think leadership begins the day they are promoted. I believe that’s backwards. Leadership begins the moment you decide to take responsibility for outcomes