Niccolo
Machiavelli’s famous work, “The Prince”, was about the
qualities that made an ideal leader. He sets a foundation of many
leadership theories and goes on to depict how he thinks the world
should be. He notes five aspects of being a good leader.
#1.
Should be feared rather than loved “if you cannot be both” in
order to avoid a revolt;
#2. Should have the support of
the people because it’s difficult to take action without their
support;
#3. Should hold good virtues;
#4.
Should never turn to outside auxiliary or mercenary units, but always
rely on his (or her) own arms; and
#5. Should be
intelligent.
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