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There are many different conceptions of attributes and skills for those in leadership that can be overwhelming. This reflects that leadership situations are complex, leadership is not an exact science, and is created in relationship with those around you. For veterinary professionals who have been trained to work with data, problem solve, and find the ‘right answer’, this can be difficult to adjust to.

Nevertheless, there is broad agreement on the competencies that can help the leadership function and which, with self‐development and reflection, can be enhanced. Those in leadership can work within a repertoire of competencies that is true to themselves and with which they are familiar, although maybe being comfortable is not helpful. Over‐ or underplaying competencies and behaviours can be associated with adverse consequences and, the wise leader will know how much is ‘enough’ for the situation at hand.