The idea of leadership development is often plagued by misconceptions
             and myths. One of the most damaging of these myths is that leadership is
             an inherent quality that cannot be learned or improved upon. This is
             absolutely not true: leadership skills can, in fact, be learned, and the
             purpose of this seminar is to help each of you learn some of the important
             Once, leadership skills were thought to apply only to people in
             positions high up in the corporate structure. Today, leadership skills are
             becoming an absolutely crucial part of almost every person's business skill
             set. We increasingly work in teams where we must learn to manage the
             output of others, in both a regular office environment, and in virtual
             environments. As such, leadership skills are an important part of the
             skill set of every person in this room.
             Today, we'll be looking at the leadership of United States Navy
             Commander D. Michael Abrashoff to help illustrate leadership concepts.
             Abrashoff is the man in charge of the USS Benfold, the $1 billion warship
             that is won the prestigious Spokane Trophy for the best combat readiness in
             the fleet. You might expect Abrashoff to be a rigid, military type barking
             orders in the style of George S. Patton. In reality, Abrashoff's
             leadership style is as progressive as any seen in the business world at
             large. His success begs us to ask: How has he been so successful using
             innovative leadership skills in such a rigid environment' Today, we'll be
             looking at some of the theories that underlie his success.
             The idea of the source of power or authority is important in
             leadership. Most people are likely the most familiar with the power
             derived from being an expert in a field. As such, a dentist of doctor
             draws power from their expert knowledge in a certain area.
             Abrashoff's leadership style comes from a few important bases of
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