Warren Bennis, who has devoted decades to researching leadership issues, concludes that virtually all leaders of effective groups share all of the following characteristics except:

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All the other characteristics listed (providing direction and meaning, generating trust, and being purveyors of hope) are commonly found in effective group leaders according to Warren Bennis' research. However, leaders who avoid risk taking are likely to be ineffective in achieving goals and inspiring their followers.

Warren Bennis, Who Has Devoted Decades to Researching Leadership Issues