I've done my extra report on charismatic leadership because its one of the more recent theories on leadership. I've been more interested in what makes a person charismatic since doing my interview project of a leader. My questions resulted in a focus on charisma. Merriam-Webster's dictionary defines charisma as a special characteristic of some leaders to lead. People usually feel personally attracted to a charismatic leader and this attraction can lead to powerful leadership. A …showed first 75 words of 897 total…

…showed last 75 words of 897 total…This allows the other person to correct wrong assumptions right away, and lets him or her know that you are processing new information and are on top of the situation. I think that some of the above is easier said than done. I've read from other sources that a person cannot become charismatic (some have it and others don't). I honestly believe that a person can improve enough to do ok in a leadership position.