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Trait Theory in Leadership suggests certain personality traits are crucial for effective leadership. It identifies extraversion, conscientiousness, openness, and other qualities as predictors of leadership potential. Historical leaders like Nelson Mandela and Bill Gates exemplify these traits. The theory's benefits, critiques, and the role of situational factors in leadership effectiveness are also discussed.
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Trait Theory posits that certain personality characteristics and attributes are essential to effective leadership
Great Man Theory
The Great Man Theory, proposed by Thomas Carlyle, suggests that leaders are born with innate qualities that predispose them to lead
Expansion of Trait Theory
Over time, Trait Theory has evolved to include both innate and learned qualities
Trait Theory has faced criticism for oversimplifying leadership and not fully accounting for situational factors
Traits such as extraversion, conscientiousness, openness to experience, responsibility, goal orientation, task competence, empathy, effective communication skills, and motivation to achieve have been identified as predictors of leadership potential
Nelson Mandela
Nelson Mandela's empathy and emotional intelligence exemplify traits associated with effective leadership
Bill Gates
Bill Gates's openness to new experiences and relentless pursuit of knowledge and innovation reflect the emphasis on personal growth and achievement in Trait Theory
Trait Theory acknowledges that leadership can be cultivated, provides a framework for identifying potential leaders, and has empirical support
The traits identified in Trait Theory may not be universally applicable and may vary across different cultural and social contexts
Trait Theory does not fully account for the impact of situational variables on leadership effectiveness
The focus on fixed traits in Trait Theory may limit its utility in guiding the development of leadership skills