Behavioral Leadership It is all about what the leader does and how he is perceived to do it. In other words, the theory revolves around the behavior displayed on a day-to-day basis. Anybody who visits a barbershop in Nairobi and probably elsewhere, must have been continually reminded of Mike Tyson, the former no nonsense heavyweight boxer. This African American is today remembered for the style of his haircut more than for his deadly punches. Interestingly, this Tyson haircut style, which is commonly displayed in most barbershops, does not discriminate between genders and even age groups. Former Zambian President, Kenneth Kaunda is another great memory, whose legacy is the popular Kaunda suit. Long after Kaunda and Tyson faded out of …show more content…
Situational, transformational, and behavioral Leadership theories answer to the developable attributes. It is however necessary to understand the specific traits that drive leadership. That helps us in evaluating ourselves as well as considering the leadership styles that are ideal for each of us. Leadership Traits These are the personal attributes, which enable people to unleash their leadership potential. Thereafter, people are able to consistently display and practice leadership. Some of the attributes include being trustworthy; visionary; adaptable to change; credible, sociable communicator; decision-maker; analytical; political awareness; strategic thinker; people-focused; resilient; risk taker; empathetic with followers; open-minded; self-aware of own strengths and weaknesses; self-confident and endowed with energy and drive. Many of the traits above may seem straightforward and therefore easily comprehensible. Nevertheless, people have numerously wondered why leaders need to be energetic. This may be easy to comprehend if we can consider the situation of Nigeria in the recent years. The country was seized by uncertainties for a long while, during the ailment and final demise of President Umaru Yar'Adua. He was eventually succeeded by President Jonathan, the then Vice