Anthems of Leadership
This Beyoncé song encourages women to take charge, be bold, and embrace their power.
What is "Run the World (Girls)"?
He led the nonviolent movement that helped India gain independence from British rule.
Who is Mahatma Gandhi?
In Remember the Titans, Coach Herman Boone shows this leadership strength by uniting a racially divided football team through shared purpose.
What is building team unity (or inclusive leadership)?
This Jedi Master mentored both Obi-Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker.
Who is Yoda?
This U.S. president is known for leading the country during the American Revolution and becoming its first president.
Who is George Washington?
In this Katy Perry song, the singer encourages listeners to rise above challenges and stand strong despite adversity.
What is "Roar"?
She was the first female Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and was known as the “Iron Lady.”
Who is Margaret Thatcher?
In A Bug’s Life, this ant steps up to lead a revolution against oppression after initially being an outcast.
Who is Flik?
In The Blind Side, this woman leads her family to adopt a homeless teen, helping him to succeed both academically and athletically.
Who is Leigh Anne Tuohy?
She was the Queen of Egypt known for her political skill and alliance with Julius Caesar and Mark Antony.
Who is Cleopatra?
This song by Journey became a rallying cry for perseverance and pushing forward through tough times.
What is "Don't Stop Believin'"?
This South African leader spent 27 years in prison and later became president, helping to end apartheid.
Who is Nelson Mandela?
In The Hunger Games, this character rises as a symbol of hope and rebellion against a tyrannical regime, despite being reluctant to lead.
Who is Katniss Everdeen?
This animated Disney character led a small army to save China, despite being told women couldn’t fight.
Who is Mulan?
This British prime minister rallied his country during World War II with powerful speeches and resilience.
Who is Winston Churchill?
This U2 song emphasizes overcoming struggles and fighting for freedom and justice.
What is "Pride (In the Name of Love)"?
This American business leader co-founded Apple and was known for his vision, perfectionism, and product innovation.
Who is Steve Jobs?
In Apollo 13, this NASA flight director demonstrates calm, decisive leadership under extreme pressure when a mission goes wrong.
Who is Gene Kranz?
In The Office, this quirky manager attempts to be both a friend and a leader, often with hilarious results.
Who is Michael Scott?
This Founding Father is known for his role in drafting the Declaration of Independence, his diplomatic efforts in France during the Revolutionary War, and his later presidency.
Who is Thomas Jefferson?
This song by Gloria Gaynor became an anthem of resilience and empowerment after a difficult breakup or setback.
What is "I Will Survive"?
This U.S. president is credited with leading the country through the Great Depression and World War II.
Who is Franklin D. Roosevelt?
In The Pursuit of Happiness, this man shows leadership of self and family through resilience, focus, and refusing to give up despite homelessness.
Who is Chris Gardner?
This Harry Potter character led Dumbledore’s Army and fought bravely in the Battle of Hogwarts.
Who is Harry Potter?
This Macedonian king conquered most of the known world by the age of 30 and spread Greek culture across continents.
Who Alexander the Great?