The trait based leadership theory is one that has a long history and always sparks much debate. Here's my take on it...Pros:
Traits such as drive, leadership motivation, self-confidence, cognitive ability, and knowledge of the business illustrate that these are learned traits rather than ones we were simply born with.
The theory suggests that the individual does matter. Which is good to a certain extent because all leaders matter, but this also means that all should have an equal opportunity.
Cons:
Trait based theory states that leaders do not have to be great men or women by being intellectual geniuses to succeed, but it does state they they do need to have the "right stuff" and this stuff is not equally present in ALL people.
The theory also argues that the combinations of traits and attributes are more likely to predict leadership than additive or independent contributions of several single traits.
In conclusion I'd like to leave off with a quote from David Rooke and William R. Torbert, " Despite the undeniably crucial role of genetics, human nature is not fixed. Those who are willing to work at developing themselves and becoming more self-aware can almost certainly evolve over time into truly transformational leaders".
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