OPTION 1: Examine a famous leader [ALIVE] applying traits and theories learned in the course. Follow this outline for the essay:
a) Start the essay with an opening paragraph describing the leader and summarizing the leadership theory that you will be addressing [ Keep the background information very brief, this is not a biographical sketch]. This paragraph should be no more than (8) eight sentences.
b) Name three specific leadership skills, three specific leadership behaviors, and three specific leadership traits of the selected leader.
c) Going back to (b), identify one leadership skill, behavior, and trait that you think best explains the success of this leader, and explain why.
d) Explain the leadership style of the leader and make logical arguments why this style has been successful.
e) Explain the leadership theory that best connects with the style of the leader and make logical arguments why this theory is well suited.
f) Write a summarizing paragraph
Cite at least one direct quote from the Dubrin textbook and one from a scholarly peer-reviewed online journal, [include citation with page number]. Direct quotes should be short [no more than one sentence] and should be noted with quotation marks. Paper must be typed, double-spaced, 12-point font, 5-6 pages. [Page count does not include the Works Cited page]. Use a description of the assignment to create headings/outline for your essay. This critical essay will count as 20% of your final grade.
