Currently, depending on the university school, the authors or researchers, among other points to consider, we can find through Google various types of leadership and their inherent characteristics, all very valid.

In Argentina, where I lived with my entire family until very recently, the VTV (Vehicle Inspection) is the mandatory vehicle inspection that all cars older than three years or motorcycles older than one year must pass.

I must confess that I haven’t done any research on the various characteristics leaders should have. When I say leaders, I mean all people of the appropriate age (at least they should be able to discern), beliefs, professions, or occupations. We must first and foremost lead our own lives: our families, our careers, our jobs, etc.

In that sense, borrowing only the initials of this VTV system but giving it a different meaning, I propose including it as part of our DNA. I’ll briefly explain what it is and how to apply it in our daily lives.

• Brave.- To always act without shame, without fear of what others will say, without seeking applause or fleeting praise. To do what is right, not what is politically correct.
• Testimony: Don’t double-talk, don’t say one thing and do another, be consistent, sober, because I have nothing to hide.
• Truthfulness.- Which is nothing more than stating things objectively, verifiably, leaving aside the subjectivity and relativism that do so much harm today, in all spheres of society.

In this regard, as I usually do, I will share with you two phrases associated with the topic, which will surely help us reflect on it, including first.

1. “Operari Sequitur Esse” is a medieval saying, meaning that what one does reflects what one really is (essence).
2. “Humility is walking in truth,” St. Teresa of Jesus said, “it is recognizing my virtues and limitations, always acting in accordance with that reality.”

Finally, I don’t want to say that practicing and developing these three habits is easy, so that they become virtues; remember, practice makes perfect. Therefore, don’t be discouraged if you fall, for we are imperfect human beings. Take heart and get up quickly and try again. How many times? Many, as Jesus told Peter: “…seventy times seven,” which is nothing other than always. As our Argentine friends say, “Let’s go!” And as we Peruvians say, “Yes, we can!” Let’s keep rowing against the current!