When it comes to leadership portrayed in films, it is natural for one to revert to the standard idea of what a leader looks like. William Wallace, John Keating, and even Simba all hold implicit leaders in most minds. While these characters possess the charisma and determination most often associated with leadership (Epitropaki, Si, Martin, Tram-Quon, & Topakas, 2013, p. 863), there are many other leaders in the world of film that go unaccounted for. In the film adaptation of C.S. Lewis’s The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe, one of these “forgotten leaders” drives the plot and goes almost completely unrecognized by audiences. Lucy Pevensie, the youngest Pevensie child, is the most fascinating character in the world of Narnia. Through her behaviors, social exchange, influence tactics, invisible leadership, friendship, and authenticity, Lucy proves to be one of the most powerful and effective leaders in movie history.
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In the beginning of the film, the four children of the Pevensie family are transported to a safe home in rural Britain to escape wartime air raids during World War II. The older two siblings, Peter and Susan, are charged by their mother to
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This theory, according to Gary Yukl (2013), uses the traits Lucy possesses and the effect these traits have on others to explain the dynamic aspect of power. While the theory mostly focuses on expert power (Yukl, 2013), Lucy uses it effectively through her referent power within her family. Referent power is based upon personal relationships (Hughes, Ginnett, & Curphy, 2015, p. 58), which is where Lucy creates most, if not all, of her power base. She uses this not only within her family, but also with the individuals she meets throughout her journey in Narnia. As she interacts with these people, and they exchange conversation and energy, she is able to be a successful
Many people possess leadership qualities although they don’t rule a country. Meriwether Lewis, the official leader of the Lewis and Clark Expedition has been called “undoubtedly the greatest pathfinder this country has ever known.” Just like Hazel, Meriwether Lewis led a group of followers into unknown territory. The two guides faced many difficult situations that they were able to overcome since they had the qualities of a notable leader. Both of the journeys were rough, but because of the brave leaders both expeditions were successful.
A leader in any tale is an exceptional figure, whether good or evil, they also display tremendous strength above all others be it physical, emotional or mental. Their qualities instill in them a reverence that all of their subjects come to realize and respect. The role of leader is usually first assigned to a different character and upon completion of his journey the main character usually becomes the leader or a figure who has the potential to lead others, the leader is usually a well-known, revered, however they are alone, both figuratively and physically. Beowulf written by an unnamed poet has multiple characters that the reader can identify as leaders, one whom is within the first five lines of the text. Shielf Sheafson, is described as the scourge of many tribes becomes the first Cyng of the Danes. In Sir Gawain the Green Knight also written by an unknown author, features many leaders the greatest of which was King Arthur, followed soon by Sir Gawain and the rest of the Knights of the Round Table. Sir Gawain’s trial is actually a journey to test his leadership girls. At the end, he realizes his error and becomes the leader figure he should be. Finally, Paradise Lost written by John Milton features two leaders, Lucifer and God, though each relies on either end of the section they both in body characteristics of a leader. The leader figure through time has many of the same traits. Each leader carries with them a particular set of characteristics that make them a leader usually through a sacrificing something, there is also a sense of reverence, omnipotence, and solitude.
Leadership can be defined in a myriad of ways; but for the purpose of the question, it is but not limited to the affect someone who takes charge of a group of people with authority or rank; to be an influence to those who look to the leader. In the epic poem, “Beowulf”, there are two different views on leadership based on their leaders {i.e. King Hrothgar and Beowulf). With King Hrothgar, he accepted the help of Beowulf to fight in order to defend the people of the Herodot, “Beowulf my friend/fight for us” (457-458). Due to the understanding of his age, King Hrothgar shows humility and admirable stance, adapts to someone who admires him, allowing Beowulf to fight for the people of Herodot. Beowulf on the other hand, shows his leadership by taking the initiative and offering his aid to King Hrothgar’s people, to fight the demon Grendel, who is terrorizing the people. This leader...
Throughout the centuries, this world has maintained various leaders that have ruled far and wide, or a small domain. All of which had various roles, morals, goals, etc.; some infamous, some admired, and some truly despised. There is a vast amount of written works pertaining to become a great leader. Lao-Tzu and Niccoló Machiavelli are prime examples of people who have written works about the topic, yet their views and ideas differ greatly. Yet, despite their opposite views, their intake and thoughts about leadership, both Lao-Tzu and Machiavelli’s indulge logically and carefully on a more personal and human level.
An individual by the name of Donald McGannon once said, “Leadership is an action, not a position.” In order for a leader to know what needs to be achieved and be able to relentlessly drive to complete it, they must exhibit different qualities and abilities that will be beneficial and vital to their success. This is important in view of the fact that it prompts and inspires others to be able to follow in their example. In Lord of the Flies, by William Golding, after a group of boys crash onto a deserted island, an example of this is seen through Ralph, who best exhibits good leadership qualities that will help bring the boys to safety and rescue. This is especially in comparison to the power-hungry Jack Merridew. The three main leadership qualities
Leadership In The Lord of the Flies “The challenge of leadership is to be strong, but not rude; be kind, but not weak; be bold, but not bully; be thoughtful, but not lazy; be humble, but not timid; be proud, but not arrogant; have humor, but not folly.” —Jim Rohn. Good leaders are classified by their morals, their qualities, and their actions, all of which interconnect. Characteristics of a good leader include honesty, commitment, intuition, confidence, the ability to delegate, and fearlessness. In the Lord of the Flies, the boys on the island needed a leader that could help them survive, stay strong, and ultimately lead them back to safety and civilization.
Literature is found in all parts of the world, whether written or oral, and boasts the cultural differences of each area. No matter how different each of the stories is they all have one thing in common: a great leader. Each culture may have slightly different standards of a great leader, but there are a few indispensible traits that make up every leader no matter how big or how small. The story of Beowulf, the fearless warrior, is a fine example of what a great leader is made up of.
Warren Bennis’ novel, On Becoming a Leader, is the book I was able to read. Bennis worked years on this novel constructing it off of one of his former creations. Finally, in Cambridge, Ma Bennis published his story by Perseus publishing. Throughout this book he centers around the search to understand exactly how leaders are made. Bennis uses a unique approach to portraying his opinion. This is not an ordinary “how to” book on becoming a leader. Nor is it an autobiography of one’s personal experience. Bennis was a teacher and student all his life, he has never run a country or even a company. Bennis is not directly reciting his own experiences as a leader. This paper outlines Bennis’ basic thoughts, theories, and his contributions to the field
What characteristics do leaders embody? In today’s society, leaders convey strength and kindness with no attention paid to their downfalls. In A Separate Peace, Phineas is a leader with flaws, despite his high standing amongst others. John Knowles characterizes Phineas as a naive and daring static character in his novel A “Separate Peace” by employing dialogue, action, and Gene’s descriptions and feelings towards him.
It was valuable mentioning how there are other movies that included the “Beowulf” story, “While perhaps not great in themselves, several very recent films have brought the story and character of Beowulf into full view” (156). It will make the audience look at the leaders in those movies and see the similarities between those leaders and Beowulf. Especially to the modern audience, they will see how these popular roles should be appealing to them. Loughman and Finley include the obstacles of a charismatic leader, “To bring this point into a present context, what is likely to happen with a company such as Apple when Steve Jobs finally decides to give up the reins?
The article of “Beowulf and the Teaching of Leadership” (by Tom Loughman and John Finley) refers to the popular story of Beowulf and depicts how the epic hero shows traits of charismatic leadership. The two authors uses sources of Conger and Kanungo (a form of charismatic leadership) and the 3 episodes of Beowulf to provide insight on what made Beowulf such a great leader. Providing great examples as to why his conceited like boast or his cockiness truly makes him a charismatic leader. Thus, persuading the audience that he is indeed a charismatic leader. The alternative point of the article was to also clarify the risk of over reliance from a charismatic leader.
Characters in The Hobbit lead in ways that benefit their companions and help those in need of help. They make decisions to help either friends or themselves. Feats of strength, wisdom, and great leadership appear in The Hobbit by J.R.R. Tolkien. Bilbo, the hobbit, acts and does things to help everyone. He wants peace and does not want people to die. Leadership shown by many characters in different ways contributes to the leaders differing roles in the book. Leaders in The Hobbit show courage in battle, wisdom in tough situations, and show care and love for friends.
He will be there for you when you have problems with your family and spouse, because he wants employees to be focused when they are working and not thinking about family problems.
Leadership is something that has been around since civilization. You would think that an idea so old would be straight forward but, we can see completely different ideas of what a leader, good or bad, should look like. While some of these stories may be fictional, they line up with a historical timeline of expectations. We can also see how the role of a king and how their duties have evolved in real life. The Epic of Gilgamesh shows us how to control your power. In 1 & 2 Samuel, we see what makes a ruler great and obstacles they have to over come. When we read The Theban Plays we saw how smart a ruler had to be to please his people. While all of these leaders may seem great there are plenty of reason that makes them not great. They
Leadership can be defined as the action of leading a group of people or an organization. In the novel “Alas Babylon” Pat Frank, provides many themes throughout the book, including the theme of leadership. Leadership was crucial for the people in the novel because without leaders their society would collapse. “Alas Babylon,” a post-apocalyptic novel based on the time of the Cold war in the early 1940’s. Leadership is considered the most influential theme of the novel.