Some of the most current trait theorists, Zaccaro, Kemp, and Bader (2004) found the following traits to be important to prototypical leaders: cogitative abilities, extroversion, conscientiousness, emotional stability, openness, agreeableness, motivation, social intelligence, self-monitoring, emotional intelligence, and problem solving (pp. 101-124). Other trait theorists from the last century are referenced in Table 1. While examining this list, it appears that many of these traits are personality based.
To address the connection between personality and leadership traits, Judge, Bono, Ilies, and Gerhardt (2002) conducted a comparison using the Big Five Personality Factors. The Big Five Personality Factors include neuroticism, extroversion,
To address the connection between personality and leadership traits, Judge, Bono, Ilies, and Gerhardt (2002) conducted a comparison using the Big Five Personality Factors. The Big Five Personality Factors include neuroticism, extroversion,