John F. Kennedy
As the thirty fifth President of the United States John F. Kennedy was the perfect leader
for his time. He led the country through difficult times, by never avoiding difficult problems. He
had a vision that challenged America, yet he believed it could be achieved. As a leader he was
charismatic, assertive, and open to communication. All of these traits made him an effective
Determination is a trait that Kennedy was often affiliated with. When tensions increased
between the Soviet Union and the United States, Kennedy was faced with many difficult
decisions. At this time he was able to make wise and decisive choices. By having a diverse staff
and allowing for open communication; Kennedy could hear many points of view in order to
come to a verdict. What made him a greater leader however, was how he would carry through
Kennedy was a visionary. One of his goals for the country was to send a man to the
moon. Quote, “I believe that this Nation should commit itself to achieving the goal, before this
decade is out, of landing a man on the moon and returning him safely to earth.” Kennedy said
this in such a way as to inspire the Nation. This is an example of transformational leadership;
where the leader motivates followers towards a particular goal. He was constantly encouraging
the country to do better, and become greater.
Kennedy used a Democratic leading style combined with Theory X. This means that he
held an optimistic view on human nature, and collaborated with others in order to come to the
most productive solution possible. He is my favorite leader, for his sincere desire to help
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