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Using approximately 150 words for each question, please answer the following questions.

Question 1

1) What does it mean to be a leader? What are the components of leadership?

Question 2

2) Describe some of the major approaches taken by researchers in the study of leadership.

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This solution discusses what it means to be a leader, as well as the components of leadership. It also described some of the major approaches taken by researchers in the study of leadership. Supplemnted with an informative resource on the components of leadership and references are included.

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1) What does it mean to be a leader? What are the components of leadership?

Leaders have certain qualities tthat help them get things done. Good or effective leaders possess a win-win attitude. In addition to being self-aware, an effective leader also is not afraid to take on responsibilities, even if it requires putting the organization or group first-and keeping it there. The leader must have a vision of what needs to be accomplished, and always plans, plans and plans again. A leader is proactive. And a good leader knows that she or he does not know everything, so they are willing to look to others for support. They need a vision, but also need purpose, which is the passion behind the vision. A good leader also embraces change, need to anticipate and respond to changes if growth is going to continue, and that applies to both minor and major ones. A leader always is willing to go the extra mile. Furthermore, in order for a ...

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