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Do you feel that a leader can be taught or is a leader born? Why or why not?

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SOme people definitely believe that there are "born" leaders, and as kids grow up you can watch some step up and embrace leadership on teams, in clubs, and with peers. However, having the drive and desire to lead is not enough in the long term unless one also cultivates the traits needed to be a good leader by working at it. Truly ...

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