What is it that makes a good leader? Is it the title? Is it experience? Is it people skills? What is it that makes some people stand out as having a mantle of leadership on them whether they have the role of leader or not?

Leadership can take many forms, but typically it often involves managing people- one of the most difficult of all tasks. It means coordinating and motivating the actions of others to achieve a common goal. A leader has to establish that goal, and gain the willing agreement of others to commit to, and work together towards that goal.

Let us look at some of the important qualities that are frequently found in good leadership. These qualities may be developed, and some may be a natural part of the leader’s character, and personality.

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