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84 Characteristics of Leaders

 , June 06, 2020 updated on May 12, 2023
Leadership characteristics are talents and character traits that are conductive to leading others. These depend on leadership style. Likewise, traits that are perceived positively for one role may be perceived negatively for another. For example, a firm probably doesn't want its auditors to be optimistic and risk-taking but these may be positive traits for a salesperson. The following are common leadership characteristics.
Accomplished
Active
Adaptive
Affable
Altruistic
Ambitious
Amiable
Approachable
Articulate
Assertive
Authoritative
Brave
Candid
Capable
Charismatic
Charming
Commanding
Compelling
Competent
Conservative
Considerate
Creative
Curious
Data-driven
Design Thinker
Diligent
Direct
Easygoing
Effectual
Efficient
Eloquent
Emotionally Intelligent
Empathetic
Energetic
Engaged
Engaging
Enthusiastic
Fair
Firm
Flexible
Formidable
Goal-oriented
Helpful
Impressive
Industrious
Influential
Inspirational
Intelligent
Knowledgeable
Likable
Loyal
Motivated
Optimistic
Outgoing
Passionate
Persistent
Personable
Personal Presence
Persuasive
Polished
Polite
Positive
Practical
Pragmatic
Productive
Professional
Purpose-driven
Realistic
Relationship Builder
Resilient
Respected
Risk-taking
Self-Directed
Sociable
Socially Intelligent
Strategic Thinker
Supportive
Sympathetic
Talented
Understanding
Well-spoken
Win-win Thinker
Witty
Work Ethic

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