Topic 197: What It Means to Be a Leader

A1-A2 (Beginner-Elementary)

1. What does it mean to be a leader?

2. Can you think of a leader you admire? Why do you admire them?

3. What are some qualities that a good leader should have?

4. How do leaders help people?

5. Do you think everyone can be a leader? Why or why not?

6. How does a leader make decisions?

7. How can a leader help a team work together?

8. What do you think is more important in a leader: being kind or being strong?

9. What do you think happens when a leader makes a mistake?

10. Why is it important for a leader to listen to others?

11. Can a good leader also be a good friend?

12. How does a leader make people feel confident and motivated?

13. How do leaders show respect to the people they lead?

14. Why is honesty an important quality for a leader?

15. What are some challenges leaders face when they lead a group or team?

16. Do you think leaders are born or made? Why?

B1-B2 (Intermediate-Upper Intermediate)

17. How do leaders inspire others to follow them?

18. What role does communication play in leadership?

19. How do leaders balance authority and empathy?

20. What is the difference between a manager and a leader?

21. Why do some people struggle to be leaders?

22. How do leadership styles differ across cultures?

23. How can leaders motivate people in difficult situations?

24. What is the relationship between leadership and trust?

25. How do leaders handle conflict within a group or team?

26. Why is it important for a leader to lead by example?

27. What can leaders do to create a positive environment in a team?

28. How does leadership affect the success of a team or organization?

29. Can leadership be shared, or does it always belong to one person?

30. What are the qualities of a leader in times of crisis?

31. Why is it important for leaders to admit when they don’t know something?

32. How can a leader build trust and respect among their team members?

C1-C2 (Advanced-Proficient)

33. What are the key challenges faced by leaders in a rapidly changing world?

34. How does leadership influence organizational culture and long-term success?

35. What are the ethical responsibilities of a leader, and how do they balance personal interests with the greater good?

36. How do transformational leaders differ from transactional leaders in their approach to motivating and inspiring others?

37. How can leaders handle resistance to change within an organization or team?

38. What role does emotional intelligence play in effective leadership?

39. How does a leader manage diversity and inclusion within a team or organization?

40. How can leaders develop the next generation of leaders within their organizations?

41. What are the psychological impacts of leadership on an individual, and how do leaders manage their own stress and well-being?

42. How does effective leadership contribute to social change, and what qualities do leaders in social movements share?

43. What is the relationship between power and leadership, and how should leaders exercise power responsibly?

44. How do leadership skills differ in business, politics, and non-profit sectors?

45. How does leadership in times of crisis (such as a pandemic or natural disaster) differ from normal leadership?

46. What is the role of leadership in fostering innovation and creativity within teams?

47. How can leaders address the challenges of ethical decision-making in complex environments?

48. How do leaders ensure they are accountable to those they lead, and why is transparency important in leadership?