According to Bennis, leaders are not simply born, but made. Richard did not believe he was a natural born leader, but learned to become one through experience. Richard portrays the qualities and characteristics of a successful leader in an organization.4. Which leaders have you modeled yourself after and why? Richard Sotto: “I didn't really model myself on anyone. When I was offered the position I didn't know what to think. I knew I wanted to stay in this department for a long time but I didn't know what to expect from my colleagues. Due to the excessive workload and lack of compensation, I decided that I wanted to ensure that all employees were accounted for. I wanted to make sure that I didn't want to be an authoritarian leader but a leader who cared for everyone.”5. Discuss the major leadership challenges you have faced and how you overcame them