Following the LeaderLeadership is a term that cannot be easily defined. According to Ben Silverstein, author of “Managing People: Secrets to Leading for New Managers,” being a leader isn't a right, it's a privilege, bestowed by those you lead. (Silverstein 2009, p. 115) To lead there must be people willing to follow. The privilege of being a leader is earned through choices and actions. Leadership is truly a way of life for the leader and those who choose to follow him. There are many opportunities for a person to follow a leader. They are found in homes, schools, churches, education, businesses, communities and government. There are good leaders and bad leaders. Samuel C. Certo, author of Supervision: Concepts and Skill-Building, defines leadership as “influencing people to act or not act in a certain way.” (Certo 2007, p. 199) A person can adopt various leadership styles such as authoritarian, laissez-faire or democratic. For example, Adolf Hitler demonstrated an authoritarian leadership style. This is a style in which the leader retains great authority. Our government demonstrates a democratic leadership style that allows us, as citizens, to participate in decision-making and problem-solving through voting. A laissez-faire leadership style is one in which the leader is uninvolved and allows subordinates to direct themselves. Buchanan 2At school there are leaders as students and teachers. Peer pressure is a constant problem among students. Those who demonstrate leadership qualities are able to stay true to their values ​​and distance themselves from instances of peer pressure. Sometimes students have to make tough choices when it comes to peer pressure, but as long as they stay true to their values...middle of the paper...it's going to be a bad day. (Galindo 2009, pages 109-110)Concluding considerations:For me it is obvious that effective leadership is generated within itself. It is based on personal experiences and continuous growth. Effective leadership is a lifelong commitment and journey based on personal responsibility. To be an effective leader, there must be people willing to follow him. One thing is constant: change. The ability to perceive and adapt to changes in our lives defines who we are on a daily basis. Every minute of every day we are presented with many choices. Our ability to make choices and take responsibility for the consequences of our choices demonstrates our ability to become effective leaders. Not all leaders are effective leaders, but with training and experience I believe the possibilities are endless. Everyone has a chance; they just have to take it.