Charismatic Leadership In Beowulf

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Beowulf is an ancient epic that connects to the time we live in now. This element discussed in the article, “Beowulf and the teaching of leadership” by Dr. L and Dr. F can mostly be seen in TV, videogames etc. Many movies such as the walking dead. I wasn’t impressed about the information provided, what I did like was the connection they had with the book, also about the potential drawback of charismatic leadership.

The information on this article impressed me in a way. This information was making made me realize how good a leader can be. “Cunning, strength, and courage were obviously prized in the warrior, and especially in a leader who maximized these warrior traits and upon whom the band depended” meaning that a warrior most

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