Another resounding trait you will see in the authentic leader is constructive confrontation of those above or below where integrity is flawed or compromised. The authentic leader is also revered by the team. He or she stands for and with them when they are right and chastises them when they are wrong. The authentic leader disciplines fairly, violates no one's rights and searches for the truth always. Certainly a variety of leadership traits, including charisma, courage and authenticity stand out.
Resiliency is another necessary trait for today's leader.
The resilient leader can withstand the knockout punch, the unexpected and the grossly unfair. This leader can carry out a variety of complex roles, responsibilities and goals and come back quickly for more. The resilient leader is primed like a well oiled fighting machine. He or she is prepared, on time, ready, flexible, self reliant and has a reputation for success. This leader is rambo like in his or her ability to get punched out but come back more prepared each and every time.