What are the best traits in an authentic leader?

Communication, Trust, stability, continuity, calm environment, self awareness, business and customer credibility. group or corporate empowerment, sense of excellence, mentorship and role models, attentive or listening, honesty, integrity, dependability, understanding of your team and environment, setting corporate culture, knowing one's self, respect of authority and Diplomacy, Collaboration.

I believe that the best traits in a authentic leader is listening skills and being firm but not mean.

Transparency and compassion!

courage and honesty

Leading by example.

I agree that there are many traits of a good leader but an outstanding leader is one who admits they were wrong and does whatever it takes to make it right.

Hire, fire, and train.
Stick up for your troops.
Never, ever, lie.
Get work.
Get resources.
Get out of the way.

Best traits in a leader is honest, putting others first, leading and creative ideals to prosper and always be available for your co-workers.

Able listen make decisions and put mission above personal need

Integrity and Selflessness. Nuff said.