Leadership can be daunting and challenging

Once you take on a leadership position, you need to confront a number of uncomfortable, hard-hitting truths in order to be effective in that role. And the sooner you embrace these truths, the more effective you can be as a leader.

Let's talk through 10 harsh truths every leader needs to be aware of :

? Leadership is lonely

? Not everyone will like you

? Failure is inevitable

? Success doesn't come overnight

? Lead by example

? "no" is your superpower

? Feedback is essential

? Conflict is part of your job

? Your time is limited

? Self-care is non-negotiable

? Embrace these truths, learn and grow from them, and let them guide you on your leadership journey. ?? Pause, consider and reflect on which aspects of leadership you find most challenging.