Lead Like a Leader

Warren Buffett once shared a profound piece of wisdom with Washington Post publisher Katharine Graham—words that resonate far beyond their time and context.

In honor of Women’s History Month, it’s a powerful reminder for everyone:

In a world that constantly tries to label you, shape you, and tell you who you should be—remember this:

You are more than someone else’s perception of you.

Graham, who became the first female CEO of a Fortune 500 company, once said:

“The worst handicap people work under is the self-inflicted one – that is, if you’ve grown up thinking of yourself as a second-class citizen, that you tend always to put yourself down.”

Buffett, who mentored her, offered this reflection:
“The biggest thing I said is, when you look in the mirror, it’s a funhouse mirror because you’re seeing it through the eyes of what others are telling you about yourself.”

“My job was to turn that funhouse mirror into a regular mirror.”

The truth? You don’t need to change. You just need to see yourself clearly.

At LeadLikeALeader.org, we help individuals break free from limiting beliefs, whether imposed by society, workplace cultures, or personal doubts. Through mentorship, coaching, and leadership development, we empower people to recognize their strengths—without distortion.

This Women’s History Month, let’s celebrate the courage it takes to redefine how we see ourselves and how we lead.

Who in your life needs to hear this today?

📖 Source: CBS News – Warren Buffett on legendary Washington Post publisher Katharine Graham By Norah O’Donnell, March 2, 2025 / 10:22 AM EST