Consider those who are commonly considered strong leaders. They could come from politics, the military, academia, industry, even sports or the arts. Choose one leader and a write a 500 word persuasive essay explaining why this figure is an example of strong leadership. Do not confuse “good person” with strong leader. The two things are not necessarily the same.
As you write your essay this week, think about education, success, and leadership. Are successful leaders more likely to have an education? Select a strong leader, define why/what makes him/her a strong leader, examine his/her leadership skills and qualities, and also identify if this person completed college… do strong leaders tend to have a strong academic background? In what ways would education positively influence leadership? Reflect on the reason you chose to pursue your graduate degree. How will your educational pursuit influence your leadership style?
In your essay: