Michael Jordan displays leadership skills in many facets of life. According to a Leadership Profile (Leadership Profile: Michael Jordan, 2012) conducted on Michael Jordan in December of 2012, his leadership is demonstrated through his involvement globally and in sports.
Michael Jordan set the stage for his teammates when he entered the basketball court for the Bulls on October 26, 1984, to score 16 points, with six rebounds and seven assists. At first, many teammates resented his skills but then became inspired to begin working harder to be able to compete at the level Jordan was playing at (Leadership Profile: Michael Jordan, 2012). As teammates retired, were traded, etc., Jordan developed the leadership skills to motivate his teammates to become the best they could be (Leadership Profile: Michael Jordan, 2012). These leadership skills led the Bulls to six championships over an eight year span.
As he became the face of the NBA, he became a global leader through being featured in commercials, advertisements, cereal boxes, etc. globally (Leadership Profile: Michael Jordan, 2012). Jordan excelled at being seen as a leader and as more people viewed him as one, the more he wanted to do to live up to being that leader figure. People
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He can pull a team together and reach high standards even under immense pressure and constraints. A great leader also builds relationships with his followers and inspires them to achieve more. Jordan's teammates internalize Jordan's commitment to achievement. He inspires and motivates his team to go above and beyond what is necessary. He provides them with the opportunity to reach their goals. Not only does Jordan inspire his teammates, but he also inspires millions of fans. Michael Jordan has shown that you not only need the characteristics of a great leader to succeed, but you also need to be able to inspire your followers, and know how to be flexible in various