In today's world, authenticity, alignment, and integrity are no longer optional—they are essential. Congruent leadership, or allowing our core values to inform our decisions, is imperative. Leaders who embrace this approach foster environments of trust and purpose, where teams feel deeply connected to their work and each other, empowered to collaborate and excel.

Below, hear from six thought leaders who are practicing congruent leadership today and learn about the impact it has had on their businesses.

Rhonda Swan's philosophy is rooted in empowering women to reclaim their voices and trust their intuition. Through initiatives like Women Gone Wild, she encourages women to embrace their authentic selves as leaders. "Congruent leadership is about tuning into your inner voice and leading with purpose," she explains.

After leaving a corporate career, Rhonda built a successful business by aligning her work with her values. "When I embraced my truth, I found my power. My advice to leaders is to get real with your values—your story is your brand, and authenticity is your greatest asset."

For Jules Schroeder, congruent leadership means leading in alignment with one's true values and purpose. After a near-death experience in 2015, Jules realized that success was not just about external achievements but about co-creating with authenticity. After........

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