By Michelle Maldonado
Associate Vice President of Corporate and Strategic Relationships, American Public University System

The path to authentic leadership often entails overcoming adversity. For TalentPlanet CEO Dr. Gregory Ketchum surviving Hurricane Katrina while stranded in New Orleans inspired him to reevaluate his own leadership strategy and convey the lessons learned to others. I recently met with Dr. Ketchum (commonly referred to as “Dr. Greg” by his clients and colleagues) to discuss his five principles of authentic leadership and how leaders can effectively apply them in their daily lives.