This document defines leadership and its key characteristics. It begins by defining leadership as influencing others towards achieving goals. Key points of leadership include showing direction, guiding followers, and inspiring them to accomplish organizational goals. Effective leadership requires knowledge, skills, desire/motivation, and developing relationships with followers. The document then outlines several leadership models and concepts, including Stephen Covey's 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and characteristics of quality leaders. It emphasizes the importance of communication, teamwork, empowering followers, and continuous improvement.