Experience vs. Charisma

Experience vs. Charisma

There are times, whether in a country or in a cooperation, that the current and desired state of affairs requires a very special kind of leader.

In these times where constituents, (citizens, employees, shareholders, customers) are disillusioned, lost, worried, even in despair ~ it seems the best solution is found in a high integrity charismatic leader.

This kind of leader can emphasize with the reality of the current state, but at the same time lead all to move toward a bold positive vision of the future. People want to be lead by leaders who can chart a path forward, inspire, surround them selves with diverse talent and most impressively get the best out of us all.

It is fascinating how credible leaders with proven experience and expertise but with out charisma, lose ground to the one with it. People become tired, bored, and even skeptical of the candidates who want to show their expertise and experience because it all just seems so status quo. Sort of unfair in a way, but it is all about timing. A great leader for one time in history may not be the right leader for a different more challenging period.

Our friends to the south are obviously looking for a high integrity charismatic leader.

While it may seem on the surface that they are choosing between experience vs. charisma, I see it differently. To me, they are obviously looking for a the right person for these challenging times, who will positively and constructively lead the entire country forward, rather than a person who has a high level of expertise and experience.

Experience vs. Charisma ? It is all about timing.
Dan MacDonald