What is the most important characteristic for effective leadership? (List the five most important characteristics and then make a case for the most important of these five.)

The Ideal Leader

Consider your existing convictions about ideal leaders in light of the readings and resources you have explored thus far in this course.Construct a short 2-page (500 words) APA styled paper guided by the following questions:
• Think of a good leader that you have known, what makes that person an effective leader?

• What is the most important characteristic for effective leadership? (List the five most important characteristics and then make a case for the most important of these five.)

• Do you feel that leadership can be learned, or is it an innate skill?

• How do/should effective leaders work with and participate in teams?

• What career-related questions or concerns do you have as nurses with regard to leadership?

Readings