1 - What are the ideal knowledge, skills and attributes of a leader in my area of ​​work? IntroductionLeadership is a topic that has been widely studied and worthy of great interest for its impact on both individuals and society as a whole. What exactly constitutes a strong leader is a topic of debate. The term may conjure images of victorious historical figures such as Julius Caesar or Genghis Khan, but more subtle examples are found in everyday life, wherever there is group activity. Studies have identified definite styles and theories that define good leadership in any capacity. To explore the attributes of a successful leader, it is first necessary to define leadership and discuss what enables an individual to be successful in their role of leading others. This study has referred, where relevant, to specific examples within the dairy industry. What is leadership? James (2005) defines leadership as a guiding process implemented in order to achieve objectives and improve the organization. Most authors would agree with Burns (1979) that the primary task of leaders is to bring about change and that change requires leadership. The scale of change needed adds considerable weight to the leadership needed for implementation. Leadership has been defined in many ways by various authors and theorists, but is widely regarded as the key driver of the change process. Most definitions share the assumption that it involves a process of influence aimed at facilitating the execution of a collective task, as seen by Burnes (2009) who defined leadership as the process of setting goals and motivating others to pursue and achieve these objectives. Otherwise, the definitions differ in many respects, such as "that... half of the paper"... "fighting things". Good leadership can be measured by success, while bad leadership equates to failure. The key skills and qualities of each leader may vary depending on the individual. Good leadership requires respect for the team and encouragement of their active involvement. Dictating without recognizing the contributions of team members can discourage such individuals from active involvement and ultimately diminish their contributions. The ability to adopt different leadership styles is necessary. Flexibility is essential to accommodate changing resources and demands. While personality types may vary depending on the leader, key skills and attributes are common to all successful leaders. Without strong leadership, the collective goals of any group activity cannot be guaranteed, and the group's ability to function successfully as a team to achieve those goals cannot be guaranteed..