The characteristics that a leader should possess are to have the ability to influence people and commit them to achieving their goals. He has the ability to reach the goal, and he has a sense of the importance of the message he is delivering , he has a strong character and has the ability to face the most difficult things.
He is mature, has good opinions, is wise in his behavior and can distinguish between what is important and what is not. The leader must demonstrate energy, vitality, enthusiasm, willingness to act and take initiative. He must have the confidence to make urgent decisions. The leader should have communication skills, public speaking and power of expression. The leader must have managerial capabilities and the ability to .plan, organize and form a team