Assignment:
For this assignment you will examine a famous leader. In 1,250 to 1,500 words, apply the concepts and theories explored in this course by doing the following:
- Describe a famous leader of your choosing. Summarize the leadership theory you think best describes the leader.
- Summarize the leadership theory most aligned with this leader. Describe two specific leadership skills, two specific leadership behaviors and two specific leadership traits of this leader.
- Compare this leader's approach or style to one of the leadership theories discussed in this course.
- Explain why this leadership style or approach has been successful for this leader and make logical arguments supporting your case. Support your analysis with direct quotes from class texts.
- Identify this leader's view on and contribution toward innovation. Analyze whether those views and contributions added to their success or failure.
Use four to six scholarly resources to support your explanations.
Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.
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