Ernest, an employee at a company, is extremely eager to take up higher positions in the organization. He is an extrovert and tries to influence the decisions made by his boss. He prefers to lead his colleagues rather than follow them. According to the trait approach to leadership, which of the following traits does Ernest display?

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Great leaders want to lead. So it helps to be extraverted-extraversion is consistently related to leadership emergence and leadership effectiveness. Also important is a high need for power, a preference to be in leadership rather than follower positions. A high power need induces people to try influencing others and sustains interest and satisfaction in the leadership process.

Ernest, an Employee at a Company, Is Extremely Eager to Take