Monday Leadership Challenge: Authentic Intro
Monday Leadership Challenge: Authentic Intro
Why Your Team Is Craving Real Presence — Not Performance
Most team meetings start like this:
“Alright, let’s dive in.”
In that moment, the energy often flattens. People are physically present but mentally checked out.
Here’s the truth:
Teams don’t follow titles — they follow presence.
And presence begins before the agenda. It begins with something real — something human.
When leaders start meetings with authenticity, they ground the room. They say: “This space matters. You matter. Let’s lead with clarity.”
What Is an Authentic Intro?
An Authentic Intro is a 20–30 second personal insight or value-driven reflection shared at the start of a team meeting.
It’s not small talk. It’s not a performance.
It’s a moment of connection that says, “This is who I am, and this is how I’ll show up today.”
When you lead with presence, your team doesn’t just listen — they lean in.
Monday Challenge – Lead With an Authentic Intro
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When to Do It
📅 Every Monday morning — or the beginning of any team gathering that sets the tone for the week.
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What to Do
Open your meeting with three simple steps:
- Share one value you're carrying into the week
- Offer a quick personal reflection (1–2 sentences) tied to that value
- Link it to the team’s intention or work
🗣 Examples
- “This weekend, I noticed how calm helped me make better decisions. So this week, I’m leading with composure — especially in tight deadlines.”
- “I had a tough conversation that reminded me how honesty builds trust. I’ll be bringing that into today’s meeting.”
Why This Challenge Builds Presence (and Culture)
According to Harvard Business Review, emotionally intelligent leaders build significantly higher trust in teams — and that trust fuels performance.
When you open with authenticity:
- You create psychological safety
- You reduce stress and performance pressure
- You set a tone others want to follow
- You help your team feel the purpose of the work, not just do it
It’s not about charisma — it’s about clarity.
Leadership Skills This Builds
- Emotional intelligence
- Intentional communication
- Value-based leadership
- Grounded presence
- Human-centered influence
Pitfalls to Avoid (And How to Overcome Them)
Oversharing: Keep it personal but professional.
Rambling: Stay concise — 2–3 sentences max.
Missing the link: Always tie your insight to the purpose of the meeting.
How to Keep It Tight
Use this formula:
“I experienced [small moment] that reminded me of [value]. This week, I’ll bring that into [team goal/focus].”
How to Improve Leadership Presence in Meetings (SEO-rich)
If you’re asking “how to lead meetings with more presence,” this is how:
- Don’t lead with content. Lead with connection.
- Share a personal intention, not just professional objectives.
- Anchor your meeting in meaning — even if it’s just one sentence.
This builds focus, engagement, and emotional buy-in — from the very first minute.
Common Questions
What if I’m not naturally expressive?
You don’t need to be flashy — just intentional. Speak with sincerity.
What if the team doesn’t respond?
They don’t have to. You’re modeling tone and trust. That alone makes a difference.
Is this a waste of time in fast-paced teams?
30 seconds of presence at the beginning saves hours of misalignment later.
How do I make it a habit?
Write one sentence before each meeting:
“This week, I’m bringing [value] because [reason].”
Bonus Template for Teams
🔹 “I had [experience]. It reminded me of [value]. I’m bringing that into [meeting purpose] today.”
Example:
“I struggled to stay focused over the weekend — it reminded me how structure supports creativity. So I’ll be pushing for clear outcomes in our brainstorm today.”
Weekly Impact Recap
Leading with an Authentic Intro helps you:
Humanise your leadership
Set the emotional tone of the meeting
Build a habit of presence and clarity
It’s not about saying the perfect thing.
It’s about showing up on purpose.
Want to Build This Into Your Team Culture?
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No extra meetings
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- Ownership
- Culture
- Trust
- Collaboration
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About Coach Faisal London – Team Leadership Development
Coach Faisal London helps teams lead from the inside out.
We create weekly, real-time leadership experiences that drive culture change — through action.
No long courses. No theory walls.
Just simple, powerful micro-practices that help your team:
- Speak with presence
- Lead with intention
- Build trust as they go
Because leadership isn’t a skill you learn once.
It’s a habit you build every week.
