Lead with Power, Share with Purpose

If you’re the smartest person in the room... you’re in the wrong room. True leadership isn’t about holding all the power — it’s about knowing when to wield it and when to give it away.

Power isn’t the enemy — it’s the starting point. As leaders, we need to know when to direct with authority and when to step back and invite others into decision-making. Holding power can bring clarity and speed, but sharing power builds trust, ownership, and a culture where people thrive. Great leaders flex between these modes. If you’re too controlling, you stifle innovation. Too hands-off, and you risk chaos. The key is intentionality: Lead with power when stakes are high or speed is crucial. Share power when developing others, solving complex problems, or navigating change. The future of leadership is collaborative — but guided with strength.