Leaders emerge from rampant uncertainty.

Jeffery Tang explains how authority is an offshoot of conviction and confidence.

Wherever there’s rampant uncertainty, those who are willing to be certain (at the risk of being wrong) are given the chance to lead. This works in politics, in office politics, and in pretty much every social context.

Conviction is the strength to hold onto your personal opinion.

Confidence is the strength to share and defend that opinion in public.

Authority is the power you get as a result.