Episode 57: Mette Johansson - Authentic Leadership.

In this powerful episode of Leadership Conversations: The Untold Secrets of the C-Suite by Nick Jonsson, we welcome Mette Johansson, Founder and Owner of MetaMind Training, to explore one of the most vital qualities in modern leadership — authenticity.

Mette, an award-winning leadership expert, brings her wealth of experience helping executives across the globe become more self-aware, empathetic, and purpose-driven leaders. In this episode, she discusses how authentic leadership has become the cornerstone of trust, collaboration, and engagement in today’s rapidly evolving business environment.

She explains that true leadership starts with self-awareness — understanding one’s values, emotions, and purpose. Mette emphasizes that when leaders align their words and actions with their authentic selves, they build credibility and psychological safety within their teams. This alignment encourages openness, enhances communication, and fosters stronger relationships at every level of the organization.

The conversation also delves into the role of vulnerability and emotional intelligence in leadership. Mette shares how embracing vulnerability allows leaders to show up with honesty and courage, transforming fear into connection and weakness into strength. She offers practical advice on how leaders can balance transparency with authority, making authenticity a lived behavior rather than a corporate buzzword.

Nick and Mette also highlight how authentic leadership drives long-term success. When employees feel inspired by leaders who are genuine and consistent, performance naturally improves — not through pressure, but through shared purpose and trust.

Whether you’re an emerging leader or an experienced executive, this episode offers actionable takeaways on leading with integrity, heart, and self-awareness — creating workplaces where people can truly thrive.

Contact Mette Johansson to collaborate with her:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mettejohansson/

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