Trait Approach

Trait Approach

By Paul Feuerstein

Description

• "Great Man"

• Social, Political, Military​

• Traits Definition​

By Paul Feuerstein

Multiple Choice

Who performed the most extensive research on trait theory?

• Stogdill

• Mann

• Lord

• Zaccaro

Stogdill

• 1948​ and 1974​

• No set of traits

• Relevant to situation​

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By Paul Feuerstein

Difficulty with Trait Theory​

• Situational Consideration

• Tree Story​

By Paul Feuerstein

Fill in the Blank

What are two traits essential to being perceived as a leader?

Intelligence - Verbal, perceptual, and reasoning abilities

Self-confidence - Certain of personal competencies and skills

Determination - desire to get the job done

Integrity - Take responsibility for actions

Sociability​ - Courteous, outgoing, friendly

By Paul Feuerstein

Poll

Which trait do you most admire in a leader?

• High Intelligence

• Self-confidence

• Determination

• Sociability

Draw

Who is at the center of trait approach leadership?

Open Ended

What traits are essential to leadership today? Why?