MGT 560 SEU Mod 12 Leadership Management & Organizational Effectiveness Paper

Authentic leaders are led by their convictions. The experiences of these leaders are critical in their development and perceptions (Northouse, 2022, p. 222).(attached)

Authentic leaders are genuine, lead with their heart while working toward a vision, and are consistent. Thinking about authentic leadership, address the following:

What are five characteristics of authentic leaders?

Of the characteristics noted, why are these characteristics important for authentic leaders to possess?

1. Identify an authentic leader and describe how he/she inspires followers.

Explain how emotional intelligence impacts an authentic leader’s behavior.

1. Identify three steps that you can take to become an emotionally-intelligent, authentic leader.