Trait based leadership theories argue that some people are simply born with traits that shape who they are as people. These traits are not necessarily learned but are instilled in ones brain/personality, hence the theory of a “natural born leader”. In this post I will discuss some of the pro’s and con’s of these particular theories:
Pro’s
· Having a list of specific traits makes things fairly simple to compare and categorize people into the leadership role.
· If we can recognize some of the same traits that are on the “list” in ourselves or in others we may be inspired and potentially convince others or ourselves into taking on a leadership role.
Con’s
· There is also an argument against this theory that people can develop leadership ability through their life trials and experiences.
· This list may be “restricting” because if you go to the list and automatically assume that you aren’t a leader because you don’t possess any of the qualities on it, one may get discouraged and give up on being a leader.
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