Adolf Hitler's charismatic persona and direct appeals to the people of Germany's needs and wants resulted in him becoming one of the most powerful and influential leaders of all time.

Fundamentals of Leadership

The American Heritage Dictionary defines leadership as, "the position of office of a leader; the capacity or ability to direct others." (309-10) Although there is a textbook definition of the concept available, the actual idea of just exactly what leadership encompasses is entirely subjective. Each individual's perception of the notion can and often will differ entirely from one person to the next.

Even though it carries countless interpretations, leadership in essence, is a universal idea. Every society utilized the concept in some capacity.

One of the most prevalent questions regarding leadership today is the idea of whether or not it is a concept that is inherent or learned. Can we train someone to be an...