Jacinda Ardern

modern, human and assertive leadership

By Virgil Benyayer

A rare resignation in the political landscape

On February 7, Jacinda Ardern, Prime Minister of New Zealand, will officially tender her resignation. Unlike so many other politicians who cling to power, she has chosen to leave of her own accord.
This strong gesture is part of a continuum: throughout her term of office, Jacinda Ardern has embodied a modern, humane and empathetic style of leadership.

Strong signs of a different kind of leadership

During her years in office, she left her mark with bold and humane decisions:

  • Assuming her political role while giving birth during her term of office.
  • Calling for friendship and rapprochement between communities after the Christchurch attacks.
  • The choices we have made have often gone beyond the strict political framework.

Whether or not we agree with her positions on certain issues, it’s undeniable that she has embodied a different way of leading.

Jacinda Ardern’s words on leadership

When she announced her departure, she summed up her vision of leadership with some striking phrases:

“You can be kind but strong.”
” Empathetic but able to make decisions.”
” Optimistic but focused.”
“You know, as a leader, when it’s time to go.”
These words convey a strong conviction:

Dare to be human, not pretend otherwise, and turn it into a strength.

Leadership and vulnerability: a new path

Jacinda Ardern’s message resonates far beyond politics. It asks a universal question:

As a leader, how can you integrate the human and vulnerable dimension into your management style?

In a world where authority is often confused with harshness, she shows that empathy, clarity and courage can go hand in hand.

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