Leadership

/ˈliːdərʃɪp/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The action of leading a group of people or an organization.

Her leadership during the crisis inspired everyone in the team.

The state or position of being a leader.

The leadership of the company has changed significantly over the past year.

The ability to influence and guide others.

Effective leadership is crucial for the success of any project.

The term derives from the combination of 'lead' and '-ership', with 'lead' originating from Old English 'lǣdan' meaning 'to guide or direct'.

lead by example

To show others how to behave by one's own actions.

lead the way

To show the path in a particular situation.

in the leadership role

Functioning in a position of authority or management.

leader

A person who leads or commands a group.

lead

To guide or direct in a course.

leadership style

The manner and approach of providing direction, implementing plans, and motivating people.

Boss moves

He made some boss moves during the meeting.

Call the shots

In this project, she's the one who calls the shots.