Leadership is an attribute that few are born with; rather, leadership is a mindset that grows with the individual and matures through a variety of experiences and relationships in one’s life. However, the world’s great leaders have had several things in common- a shared set of ideals and behaviors that allowed them to become pioneers and facilitated the growth of those around them. While can leadership can manifest in many forms, its most fundamental and impactful characteristics include empathy, passion, and morality. An empathetic leader is critical to inspiring motivation, dedication, and purpose in those that follow. Transformational leaders use empathy in order to show their followers that they care for their needs, goals, and achievements.
