leadership

The definition of leadership is the position of guiding a group, or the ability to lead.

Leadership can exist in both formal and informal groups. For example:

  • Formal setting (such as within a large corporation) - The leader of the group is usually someone who has been appointed to a high position of authority.
  • Informal setting (such as a group of friends) - The leader is someone with personal traits that simply tend to inspire respect.

Character Traits of Leaders

  • Charismatic
  • Dedicated
  • Committed to the goals of the organization
  • Optimistic
  • Works well with others
  • High level of knowledge and technical skills related to the task at hand
  • Demonstrates originality and a long term perspective
  • Focused on building strong relationships with others
  • Inspires trust and confidence in other members of the group
(noun)

  1. An example of leadership is a store manager leading the team to more sales.
  2. An example of leadership is the ability to take control of a situation and guide people.

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See leadership in Webster's New World College Dictionary

noun

  1. the position or guidance of a leader
  2. the ability to lead
  3. the leaders of a group

See leadership in American Heritage Dictionary 4

noun
  1. The position or office of a leader: ascended to the leadership of the party.
  2. Capacity or ability to lead: showed strong leadership during her first term in office.
  3. A group of leaders: met with the leadership of the nation's top unions.
  4. Guidance; direction: The business prospered under the leadership of the new president.

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