Obama vs. Buffet

These two articles had very different leaders displayed in them. First was Obama who seemed to me as more of a 'brand" due to the people who created it, rather then by his own making or skill. Next, was Warren Buffet who through trusting his instincts, acting rationally, being relatable, and being patient has successfully created a great leader. He is one of those people who lead by example.

But first the Obama article. I think this article did Obama a injustice, it did not do a good job displaying his leadership "brand" well. It brought up the fact the he did have a great marketing team and that helped him tremendously, but he himself lacked a little whoa factor other then campaigning to be the first black president. He was also able to do something that not alot of other candidates was, he reached an age group that used to be unreachable. He portrayed himself in a way through marketing that allowed youngsters to get engaged. He used his breaking racial boundaries to portray himself as this big powerful leader. His over image of leadership was hands down his biggest strength. Without his image I don't know if he would have been voted president and been as successful as he is. He seemed to be current with technology and social media, he attracted the younger population, and he seemed to stand for change. At where the country is we believed in change because it is what we needed to believe.

Warren Buffer on the other hand portrays a leadership style that is patient and well-maintained. Through trusting his instincts and not giving into the general population he has been able to maintain his reign of power. I believe his hard working persona is more ideal for leading the masses, because he can relate and tries to. His calm demeanor allows him to really hear what people are saying and what they need. Many would call him very relatable just for simple facts that he doesn't buy the huge house or send a prewritten letter to stockholders. His personal touch has allowed him to be accessible to many and therefore respected more. I feel that Buffet is on of those people who does not start from their opinions or views. This was a much more enjoyable article for me to read.

Overall, I would say someones image is everything and that alone can sway millions of people or just the few that matter.