Leadership: Listening
Discuss these questions with your partner(s). Imagine you are a leader of a large company.
- What qualities do you need to run a large company effectively?
- Which business leaders do you admire? Why?
- What do business leaders actually do?
- As a leader, how do you motivate your employees?
- Do you think that leaders are made or born?
On your own, listen to an interview with Marjorie Scardino, Chief Executive of the media group Pearson plc. What answers does she give to the questions above? Make notes as you listen.
Discuss these questions with your partner(s):
- Do you agree with Marjorie Scardino's ideas?
- Would you like to work for her? Explain your reasons.
