Explain trait theory and findings regarding the validity of trait theory.

Characteristics of Successful Leaders Leadership, power, traits, emotional intelligence, Path-Goal Theory, goals Descriiption: This clip looks at some of the traits of leadership and examines steps firms are taking to re-employ working mothers due to the talent they possess. Richard Branson is discussed as a highly effective leader. One thing he does is try to mix up the meetings and keep his employees engaged. The video then discusses how McKinsey and some other firms are trying to bring back former employees who have become mothers. The firms believe these women have much talent and are familiar with the organization so that they would be highly beneficial to the firm. Please utilize two library sources per question (use your textbook) and respond to the following essay questions. This clip looks at leadership and examines steps firms are taking to re-employ working mothers due to the talent they possess. Paste questions above your responses. See below for a sample response. Use with: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Gq68AwqpKU What type of power does leader Richard Branson seem to have? (There can be more than one answer). First, explain the sources of power and use a reference. Then, provide evidence from the video and a valid source that shows Branson exhibits several types of power. According to the clip, what are some traits of successful leaders? Use two sources to explain trait theory and findings regarding the validity of trait theory. According to Path-Goal Theory, setting ambitious goals for employees is what type of leadership? Why do you think it is important to set ambitious goals as a leader? First, explain the Path-Goal Theory. Then provide support for your response. Use two sources. McKinsey and Goldman Sachs are working to re-recruit mothers who used to work for the company. Why might these women be successful leaders at these firms? Use two current sources to address why women have opted out of “c-suite” jobs.