Question

Please make your answer no fewer than 4 full sentences but no longer than 10 sentences.

Long, run-on sentences will be considered as multiple sentences. Be clear and concise.

What are the characteristics of an effective leader? Give an example of an effective leader you know, and explain why and how s(he) is effective.

Answer 1

# Leader influences people of the group towards achievement of goals and develops commitment towards a goal.

# A leader is a catalyst who facilitates effective interaction among manpower, material and time

# Leader is the synergist who unifies the effort of many people with many skills.

# Leader should have knowledge of self-awareness, his own strength and weakness.

# Leaders should have qualities like decisiveness, taking initiative, confident, tactful, good communication skills.

# Leader should have good managerial competencies, use problem-solving approach, develop group effectiveness.

# Leader act as a role model, responsible, intelligent, reliable, cooperative and skillful.

# Leaders should have good decision making capability, honesty, delegation, empowerment and passion.

EXAMPLE OF GOOD LEADER: NELSON MANDELA   

He was the first president of South Africa who was elected democratically and leader of the anti-apartheid movement. He fought against racial discrimination through all his life, also went to jail. Even after spending in prison for 30 years his determination, focus and will to make a country with no racial discrimination never diminished. He came out as a hero continued his campaign and made a country with an equal and free future.