Strength Isn’t About Perfection — It’s About Presence Leadership has long been associated with confidence, decisiveness, and control. But in today’s dynamic, human-centered workplaces, those qualities alone aren’t enough. The leaders who inspire trust, engagement, and innovation are those who have learned to embrace vulnerability — the willingness to show authenticity, admit uncertainty, and connect through empathy. As someone who has led through change both professionally and personally, I’ve learned that vulnerability isn’t weakness. It’s courage in its purest form — and it’s fast becoming a strategic advantage. The Shift from Command to Connection For decades, leadership models rewarded authority and