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What is Mae Jemison

Chapter 14
Handbook of Research on Innate Leadership Characteristics and Examinations of Successful First-Time Leaders
The first Black female astronaut in the United States.
Published in Chapter:
The Grand Connection: Leadership Is Connecting With Others Through a Greater Purpose
Catherine Ward (California State University, Fullerton, USA) and Clint-Michael Reneau (California State University, Fullerton, USA)
Copyright: © 2021 |Pages: 15
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-7998-7592-5.ch014
Abstract
This chapter outlines first-time leadership characteristics demonstrated by Mae Jemison, the first Black female astronaut in the United States of America, to highlight the qualities and characteristics needed to be a successful first-time leader. These characteristics are qualities leaders can identify within themselves, develop, and implement in their daily practice. This book chapter explores 1) the ability to identify and define a personal vision, 2) having a sense of purpose, 3) vulnerability and the willingness to take risks, 4) courage, and 5) ultimately, how leadership is about seeing and valuing the gifts and talents of others and the ability to truly connect with others to fulfill a greater purpose.
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