What Makes A Great Leader? Vocab & Study Aid
Key Vocabulary
Leadership – The act of guiding or managing a group.
Example: Good leadership helps a team stay focused.
Authority – The power or right to give orders or make decisions.
Example: The teacher has authority in the classroom.
Charisma – A special charm or appeal that makes others want to follow someone.
Example: The speaker had so much charisma that the audience listened closely.
Influence – The ability to affect how others think or act.
Example: Social media has a big influence on young people.
Decision-making – The process of making important choices.
Example: Leadership often involves fast decision-making under pressure.
Bonus Vocabulary from the Episode
- Servant Leadership – Leading by supporting and helping others.
- Visionary – A person who plans for the future with imagination.
- Delegate – To give responsibility to someone else.
- Assertive – Confident and direct when expressing ideas.
- Mentor – Someone who gives advice and support to help another grow.
Useful Phrases for Discussion
- “A good leader knows when to listen.”
- “She leads by example.”
- “He inspires confidence in others.”
- “Leadership is about trust, not control.”
- “I believe leadership is a skill, not just a personality trait.”
🧠 Reflection Questions (Great for Class or Self-Study)
- What qualities do you think are most important in a leader?
- Do you believe you are a leader? Why or why not?
- Have you ever worked with a good (or bad) leader? What did you learn?
- Which leadership style do you prefer: a strong, confident leader or a quiet, supportive one?
- Can someone learn to be a great leader, or is it something you’re born with?