What is Leadership?

Level 6, Lesson 2

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What does “leadership” mean?

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Leadership is the act of being
consistent. True leaders’ actions and
words are consistent. They show
integrity. Great leaders learn how to
face challenges and lead their own
life so they can better lead others.

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Throughout history, there have been

many great leaders. Each leader on
this page faced significant challenges.
You can learn a lot about what it
means to be a leader and how to live
with integrity from these leaders.
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In your groups, read the brief
biography for your leader and discuss
the challenges and rewards of
leadership experienced by your leader.

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After five minutes, each group will
share with the class.

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Leadership takes courage and

commitment. It often means doing
what is right, even when it is
difficult.

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Take the next few minutes to answer
the questions.

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Leadership is living with integrity. It
takes courage and commitment to
live with integrity. It is a commitment
to doing the right thing even when it is
difficult.

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You may not realize it but you may be
a role model to someone—a younger
sibling, a neighbor, or someone you
do not even know about. As you
make choices, think about whether
you are a good role model for that
person.
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