Prior to beginning work on this discussion, readChapters 4 and 5 of the Northouse text, which discuss both behavioral and situational approaches to leadership. In addition read The Key to Employee-Empowering Leadership,(Links to an external site.) which discusses the importance of empowerment and trust (Krow, 2017). Lastly, watch the video above with Steve Forbes.

Share an example of a leader you feel empowers others. What are some traits that stand out in terms of leadership and empowerment? Be sure to include how they empower and what others could learn from their example. Do you feel that you have to be in a leadership role to lead?