Great man theory of leadership

The great man theory of leadership is the hypothesis that suggests that history and development in the world are driven by the influence of so-called heroes , great people , or influencers , and not by the fact that the generations and times "simply change". According to this theory , it is highly influential individuals with unique personality traits , manners of communication , heroic behavior , a superior intellect , supernatural courage , or extraordinary leadership abilities that have decisive historical significance.

References

• Osman Uslu (2019) A general overwiev to leadership theories from a critical perspective

Author: Anna Sobolieva