by Pandu
INTRODUCTION
My reason I pick this PDR project is because I like to learn more about people that have abilities as a good leader and I want to be a good leader too. My other reason is I really like to learn the characteristics of a good leader.
I choose Jendral Soedirman of Indonesia. He is one of the best leaders I’ve known in Indonesia. I choose him because he has the guts of being a good leader that lead Indonesia to victory against the Nederland.
The benefit I get is I can learn about famous people and learn about their life being a good leader. The other benefit I get is I can get info about being a good leader and its characteristic.
METHODOLOGY
The methodology that I used to do my project is doing research by books and official website. I used the book and websites to do my research.
There are 7 characteristics of a good leader by Barbara White, the president of Beyond Better Development:1. A good leader has an exemplary character. It is of fully important that a leader is trustworthy to lead others. A leader needs to be trusted and be known to live their life with honestly and integrity. A good leader has the abilities to be a good leader since their born.
2. A good leader is enthusiastic about their work or cause and also about their role as leader. People will respond more openly to a person of passion and dedication. Leaders need to be able to be a source of inspiration, and be a motivator towards the required action or cause.This kind of leader will not be afraid to roll up their sleeves and get dirty.
3. A good leader is confident. In order to lead and set direction a leader needs to appear confident as a person and in the leadership role. Such a person inspires confidence in others and draws out the trust and best efforts of the team to complete the task well. A leader who conveys confidence towards the proposed objective inspires the best effort from team members.
4. A leader also needs to function in an orderly and purposeful manner in situations of uncertainty. People look to the leader during times of uncertainty and unfamiliarity and find reassurance and security when the leader portrays confidence and a positive demeanor.
5. Good leaders are tolerant of ambiguity and remain calm, composed and steadfast to the main purpose. Storms, emotions, and crises come and go and a good leader takes these as part of the journey and keeps a cool head.
6. A good leader, as well as keeping the main goal in focus, is able to think analytically. Not only does a good leader view a situation as a whole, but is able to break it down into sub parts for closer inspection. While keeping the goal in view, a good leader can break it down into manageable steps and make progress towards it.
7. A good leader is committed to excellence. Second best does not lead to success. The good leader not only maintains high standards, but also is proactive in raising the bar in order to achieve excellence in all areas.
These seven personal characteristics are foundational to good leadership. Some characteristics may be more naturally present in the personality of a leader. However, each of these characteristics can also be developed and strengthened. A good leader whether they naturally possess these qualities or not, will be diligent to consistently develop and strengthen them in their leadership role.
RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS
Actually Soedirman is a teacher. Because of the Japanese attack, he joined the army school (PETA). Then, he was promoted to be a Daidanco (Batalyon commandant) in Kroya. After Indonesia got the freedom, formed a BKR (Badan Keamanan Rakyat), that the members are a former PETA, KNIL,Heiho and other forces. After BKR was changed to TKR (Tentara Keamanan Rakyat) October 5, 1945. Soedirman was promoted into “Chief of the 5th division of Banyumas”. That day was called the”Angkatan Bersenjata Republik Indonesia” (ABRI). At November 12, 1945, he was promoted to the 5 big General of Indonesia. The last war he been through is the Geriliya War.
His greatest challenge when being a leader is leading the army of Indonesia to defeat the army of the Nederland and control the army.
From the 7 characteristic of a good leader, he has all of the characteristics that were told by Barbara White.
1. A good leader has an exemplary character. The example is when he is sick, but he still joins and led the war of the Gerliya War.2. A good leader is enthusiastic about their work or cause and also about their role as leader. The example is Soedirman still has the spirit when Indonesia was almost closed to losing.
3. A good leader is confident. The example is when leading Indonesia at the Gerliya War
4. A good leader has to be polite and gentle to others. The example is when Soedirman meeting the president for the promotion of the five big generals
5. Good leaders have to be remaining calm, composed and focus to the main purpose. The example is Soedirman was focusing to the war to make Indonesia win the war.
6. Able to think clear and straight. The example is Soedirman can think for strategies to defeat the Nederland’s.
7. A good leader is committed to excellence. The example is he is respected by all Indonesian people.
This is the abilities that Soedirman have that make him a really good leader.
Conclusion And Recommendation
After the research and analysis I’ve done, Soedirman have all abilities as being a good leader. My summary of Soedirman’s characteristic is his bravery or courage, will to win, and have many ways to encourage peoples. The proof that Soedirman is a good leader are the achievements that he made, was respected by all Indonesian people, and Indonesia used his name as street name and a big statue of Soedirman to honor him.
My recommendation to be a good leader is you have to conquer the ability to be brave, have high spirit, and the ability to lead peoples, but you have to do the thing at your social life nicely too. If you want to be a good leader too you have to possess the characteristics of a good leader.
