After 27 years in prison, Nelson Mandela had every reason to lead with authority. Instead, he led with influence — through grace, forgiveness, and unity. He even wore the Springbok jersey, once a symbol of division, to bring a fractured nation together. Mandela understood something many leaders miss: Power can command, but only influence can transform. In a world obsessed with titles and control, his example reminds us that true leadership is earned through character, not position. So — where in