Thursday, August 27, 2009

Discussion of Accidential Leaders

"The majority of those classed as accidential leaders claim leadership was 'thrust upon them'. Their approach tends to be intellectual, rational; they plan and reflect. Their style is characterized by quiet determination. Tone is measured, calm." Henein, Morissette

Based on this description how would you see Accidential Leaders' motivation to leadership? How would they identify with leadership? What would the advantages and disadvantages be of an Accidential Leader type?