What Makes Great Leaders: Stories from History and Business

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What Makes Great Leaders: Stories from History and Business

Explore leadership through the lives of those who did it best, understanding different leadership styles and contexts through deep study of great leaders.

7 episodes53 min total

What you'll learn

Course outline

Episode 1: Defining Great Leadership: Beyond the Myths

Unpack the core qualities and myths of great leadership by analyzing historical and modern leaders. Understand what truly differentiates a leader from the rest and why th...

Episode 2: Visionary Leaders: Those Who Saw the Future

Explore the minds of leaders who possessed the ability to foresee and shape the future. Learn how their vision changed industries and nations.

Episode 3: Crisis Leaders: Excellence Under Pressure

Discover leaders who emerged in times of crisis and understood how to manage stress and responsibility. Learn the critical skills needed to lead effectively when the stak...

Episode 4: Servant Leaders: Power Through Empowering Others

Delve into the concept of servant leadership where leaders gain influence by prioritizing the needs of others. This episode will illustrate how humility and support can l...

Episode 5: Transformational Leaders: Changing Organizations and Societies

Examine transformational leaders who drive significant changes within their organizations or societies through their exceptional abilities to inspire and innovate.

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