FEBRUARY 2025
The Myth of Motivation: Redefining How We Lead
In this great article, Sabeer Nelliparamban explores how employee disengagement stems from a lack of purpose, necessitating a shift towards empowering autonomy and meaningful work.
Unlocking the Hero Within for Effective Leadership
Our latest blog post reimagines leadership development as a cyclical “Hero’s Journey”—a path of self-discovery, transformation, and resilience, guided by Conscious Leadership principles.
Beyond the Spotlight: Finding True Leadership
In his TED Talk, Martin Gutmann argues that we often celebrate ego-driven leaders over those who quietly achieve real results, a point that aligns with the principles of Conscious Leadership
Debunking the Myth of the Invulnerable Leader
True leadership is not about being strong—it’s about being vulnerable. Marika Messager’s story of why she started ConsciousLeadership.org is a powerful reflection of the importance of the Conscious Leadership paradigm in leadership.
Her personal experience begins with a leadership training program where she was tasked with breaking a wooden board with her bare hands. Initially, she struggled, experiencing an emotional breakdown before ultimately succeeding. This moment provided a profound lesson: true leadership isn’t about projecting an image of strength and invulnerability, but about embracing vulnerability and demonstrating resilience.
It’s about showing up authentically, especially in the face of challenges, and drawing upon inner strength to overcome them. True leadership stems from the courage to be seen, flaws and all. It’s the ability to connect with others on a human level, generating trust and creating space for genuine collaboration.
If you’re ready to explore how Conscious Leadership can transform your leadership approach, book an appointment with Marika today to dive deeper into these powerful concepts.