By Elaine Gallagher         

BRAINPOWER

Knowledgeable, incisive and adept at problem-solving

TEMPERAMENT

Calm and rational in tense situations, showing grace under pressure

COURAGE

Willing to take a stand and accept risks, regardless of professional and personal fallout

VISION

Promotes large goals and ideas with policies and plans to implement and fulfill them

COMMUNICATION

Can articulate and «sell» a vision that everyday people can embrace

CHARISMA

Has dynamism and charm that encourage others to follow him/her

INTEGRITY

Honest and trustworthy, dependable, engendering respect even among foes

EXPERIENCE

Savvy about the workings of his/her area/business so that goals can be accomplished

JUDGMENT

Has a track record of sound decisions based on facts, not only on hopes or emotions