WHY EMPOWERMENT IS THE KEY TO SUSTAINABLE LEADERSHIP BY REV. AUGUSTINE SAAKUUR-KARBO
In a world constantly evolving—industries shifting, work cultures transforming, and leadership expectations expanding—one truth remains constant: sustainable leadership begins with empowerment. Over the past five years of coaching and consulting professionals, entrepreneurs, and emerging leaders, I’ve learned that the most effective leaders aren’t just skilled or strategic—they are empowered from within and passionate about empowering others. They lead not from control, but from conviction. Not from fear, but from freedom. And that makes all the difference. Let’s explore why empowerment is not a buzzword—it’s the foundation of sustainable, purpose-driven leadership. 1. Empowerment Starts Within Many leaders seek external validation to feel worthy of influence—titles, promotions, or applause. But true empowerment is an inner conviction that says, “I am enough. I am equipped. I am here to lead.” When leaders are empowered from the inside out, they develop resilience in the face of challe...