Leadership is one of the most important qualities a person can have. In this essay, it explains not only the qualities, but the meaning and what it takes to be a true leader. It also discusses how leadership skills can be developed and explains the importance of these skills in everyday life. More specifically, leadership in organizations striving to reach an important goal. Some leadership skills, such as servant and transformational leadership, are analyzed along with some of the qualities. The paper comes to an end with a segment on other people's perspectives on what it takes to be a leader and how leadership skills can leave an impact on many people in today's society.