Education

On Becoming a Leader Chapter – 1 MASTERING THE CONTEXT * In this chapter Bennis is talking about the important of leader by saying that one person can live on a desert island without a leader but if there are three or more someone has to take the lead, otherwise chaos erupts. * Our quality of life depends upon the quality of our leaders. * Why leader are important? He gives three basic reasons: i. They are responsible for the effectiveness of an organization (e-g football team cannot win without a leader) ii. We need anchor in our lives and guidance leader fill that need. iii. It is important for the integrity of our institutions learning from failure is one of the most important themes in this book. * Two most important things essential for a good leader are: i. Character ii. Vision Character is vital in leader without good character people do not but a leader in this regard he gives the example of self- made p