Friday 28 September 2012

MALEMA: Charismatic or a Strategic leader

Julius Malema
If you living in south Africa the name Julius Malema is heard or seeing in the headlines on a daily basis. This man is legendary when it comes to newsmaker of the year. I wonder how he manages to pull it off. If we breakdown the recent history of the man himself, one will be left with no doubt in mind that the Julius Malema is a force to be reckoned with. From his high days as ANC Youth leader where he was and still is a hero and role model for many of South Africa’s youth. Even when dark clouds surround the controversial politician his voice echoes through many South African top newspapers. Is he a natural born leader or has Julius malema received some form of leadership training on how to master the art of drawing up a crowd. I have noticed during most speech delivered by Malema when he speaks the voice command is high due to the sharp, loud and clearness of his voice. The iron fit is also held up high as masses of people stand and listen to the young man who is so passionate about politics.
Recently Malema has been charged with money-laundering and will appear in the courts to state his case. He walked into court wearing black suit with a white shirt and a red tie. This image is very familiar. It reminds me of Barack Obama in his Power suit. Style analyst will tell you that white shirt and a red tie has a sense of power associated with it, it is bold and sends out a strong statement of intimidation. I ask myself once more is Julius Malema just a charismatic leader or a strategic minded leader? And the only conclusion I can come up with is that he is naturally a born leader who has received lot of leadership grooming. This subjective view is the result of my view of the man who is a front page newspaper seller.
Indeed this is a man to keep an eye on for the future and never underestimate. Whether good or bad for the country, we can all agree he has already made it into South Africa’s history books with his trademark smile.

6 comments:

  1. Do you think he will make a good leader, Because I dont know at this moment.

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  2. What makes a good leader is a lot of factors and one must capitalise on one to drive message home n thus Malema is well on his way groomed for greater things we are not yet at the liberty of knowing

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  3. Julius still has a long way to go and he still has to prove himself for people to love and trust in him again

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    1. but the fact remains his has alot of people who sttand behind him as much as you think there are peopel who are against him

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  4. Malema is just a loud mouth. He only does things to his benefit, finish and klaar!

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  5. a littile of political communication is what you referring to .this debate is ongoing and open for scrutiny and critism

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