Self-reflection plays a crucial role in effective leadership, according to Ana Laqeretabua, a partner at the Leaders LEAD Symposium currently taking place in Nadi. Speaking to attendees at the event, which seeks to enhance leadership capabilities across the nation, Laqeretabua emphasized the importance of intentional self-reflection for leaders to evaluate who they are and how they lead.
Recognizing the significant demands placed on leaders’ time, Laqeretabua insisted that finding time for reflection is critical to ensure that their leadership positively impacts communities. She remarked, “Our vision is for people-centred, values-based leadership, but it’s also for leadership that’s lived — that we don’t just talk about leadership, we live it. And if we’re doing that, then we’re showing how we’re doing it, and that’s part of why this was set up.”
The three-day symposium is designed to help leaders acknowledge their responsibilities and refine their approaches to leadership. Laqeretabua stressed the need for continuous development among those dedicated to effective leadership. She encouraged participants to engage deeply with the lessons presented over the course of the event and to apply them in ways that make meaningful contributions to society.
The Leaders LEAD Symposium stands as a beacon of hope for fostering a generation of reflective and values-driven leaders, poised to make a positive difference in their communities. By emphasizing self-reflection, the symposium seeks to instill a culture of thoughtful and impactful leadership that benefits society as a whole.
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