Some days our inspirations are not surrounded by blue skies and sunlight. Instead, they are lost between dark clouds and lightning. Those are the moments when a trait of leadership has to shine, so a leader can perform its duty with its supporters. One of the traits I consider fundamental for a leader is confidence in his aspirations and goals. With confidence, a leader can appeal to a greater audience because people believe in individuals that transmit trust through their words and actions. By staying confident in your ultimate goal or cause, any difficulty will seem as only one pebble in your way not a big wall. Because of this, I consider that without confidence a leader cannot fulfill its duties with his cause and followers. This essential trait is shown through two contemporary leaders: Nelson Mandela and Malala Yousafzai. Nelson Mandela was the man that led the fight against Apartheid in South Africa. From prison, he was able to attract more followers to the anti-Apartheid movement and even won the fight against it. After being in prison for many years, he was the first black president of South Africa in 1994. His confidence toward the anti-Apartheid movement was the one that made him an exceptional leader to his people. This trait is shown through different notes, letters and interviews that have been recorded in the book called, Letters to Myself. This autobiography collects stories of his life, reflections and plans for his country. Mandela’s confidence is shown