Some people do their work in the shadows. They don’t seek recognition.

Some people hide their mistakes and bad behaviours in the shadows. They don’t want to get found out.

Some people hide their fears, stress and anxiety in the shadows. They don’t feel it’s safe to show them at work.

Some people hide their gifts in the shadows. They don’t have the confidence to bring them into view.

The work of a leader is to shine a light into these places. To make it safe for people to emerge and be who they can really be, knowing that no-one is flawless and everyone has the capacity for brilliance.

Shadows are cast by obstacles to light. So what’s getting in the way?