Jacinda Ardern has given the world a big lesson in humility

Her leadership showed bravado is not necessary to run a country

- ANDREEA PAPUC

Jacinda Ardern announced her decision to step down as New Zealand Prime Minister, showing her characteristic modesty. "I have given my absolute all to being prime minister but it has also taken a lot out of me," she said last week. "You cannot and should not do the job unless you have a full tank, plus a bit in reserve for those unplanned and unexpected challenges that inevitably come along."

Here was a highly regarded-at home and on the world stage-and astute female politician vacating the top job on her own terms. The move was greeted with universal shock.

She will be missed and her decision should be respected. It underscores the challenges of achieving diversity in politics and business. It's not just about getting women there, but keeping them. We want politicians like Ardern to endure because they are the kind that change the narrative.