These behaviors and attitudes of the animals was a reflection of Snowball’s successful leadership. He involved everyone in the process of change, as well as explaining to them why changes needs to be made and what is the benefit. This was evident when he wanted to build a windmill so they can be electricity and improve their living conditions. Snowball knew the environment of the farm was central to the farms survival, by explaining to the group (animals) what needed to be done, it empowered them to have a choice and a voice concerning what is going on around them. The animals knew it was going to be a challenge due to their limitations, none the less they were motivated to completing the task to their own capacity.
Another example of what made Snowball a better leader than Napoleon was his foresight. Snowball prepared the group to defend the farm from the humans; he wanted the farm to continue to be independent and safe. Everyone had their roles in defense of the
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Mostly because the democratic leadership style of Snowball was successful because he was inclusive of all the animals. No one was excluded. And with every accomplishment the animals’ self-esteem and worthiness grew. They began to invest more into their well-being through unification. A bond was building based on their own ability to protect themselves from harm. They began to feel empowered. They began to have hope that they will live happy productive lives. There were gaps in the groups cohesiveness, with Mollie the horse who pulled the horse carriage, she was more concerned with her needs than working on a farm. So she left the farm to where she would be happiest; and the cat when it came to work, was nonexistent. These members were overlooked and the others worked as a group and working on putting the past of their trauma behind them by having a voice in what was happening in their lives. The animals began to feel safe on the