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Autumn M.
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The "being" leadership story
Leaders who use this lens always thought of themselves as leaders. They admit to having a natural call to leadership that started in childhood.
In current leadership, people who use this lens often note personal qualities such as confidence, optimism, and natural leadership styles.
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