Boss Vibes: The Importance Building with Integrity
I have worked, diligently, to surround myself with people that could help me manifest my dreams into reality. I didn’t understand that a boss could do it on their own. Of course, there is the help of God and my ancestors, but on the physical realm, it’s been me all along. People that I brought along the way taught me that they only wanted the benefit of what I could do for them without the reciprocity of actually helping me build. I’ve learned the lessons to turn my life into blessings. I have a new team and we are all on the same page. Here are three rules that I live by and hope helps others step into their Boss Era.
Bosses don’t have to wear a suit. People always say dress for the job you want, not the job you have. That’s all fine and dandy, but make sure that it’s how you want to present yourself to the world and not what the world deems as how you should present yourself. I have a lot of masculine energy; I’ve had to. I do not look like the things I’ve been through, so it was very important for me to balance that energy. Instead of a suit, I wear dresses. I have learned that I can embrace both masculine and feminine sides of me in business between my demeanor and my dress. It opens me up to a larger market and allows my clients to feel both nurtured and safe.
Bosses can be benevolent. There is no need to rule with an iron fist. The places I have worked at the longest are the ones where my boss understood that I was human and because of that mistakes would happen. I yearn to work with people who understand this concept. It shows that they understand human error. I find that my current employees appreciate that about me, as well, which makes them want to work harder for me. True royals rule with kindness. There is no need to evoke fear when you have others respect.
Bosses can show up as themselves. I am incredibly light hearted and funny. I am also vulnerable.e and fragile at times. I believe it is important to show the multi-dimensions of your character. People want to see the test that helped create your testimony. I do not follow fools, so knowing that I have had lessons and tests that I have overcome is not only encouraging but empowering for people to watch. Being the change I want to see and living authentically create trust within the organization and with my clients.
Be clear, be confident and don’t overthink it. The beauty of your story is that it’s going to continue to evolve and your site can evolve with it. Your goal should be to make it feel right for right now. Later will take care of itself. It always does.
