Lester B. Pearson
One of the most important leaders of his time
What was he involved in?
Lester B. Pearson was involved in many things that made him a leader.
Among these things, he was the Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, representing Canada in the United Nations.
Also he served as the 14th Prime Minster of Canada.
How Did He Show Leadership?
Pearson led Canada in many ways, one of the most significant events being his involvement in creating the United Nations Emergency Force.
Pearson was also crucial in introducing many new things as Prime Minister.
Pearson was also crucial in introducing many new things as Prime Minister.
Which 3 Leadership Traits Did He Apply?
Courage is not the absence of fear - it's inspiring others to move beyond it
Lester B. Pearson showed this when standing up to Britain, France and America, 3 countries more powerful than Canada at the time.
His courage eventually led to a diplomatic solution and the Nobel Peace Prize.
His courage eventually led to a diplomatic solution and the Nobel Peace Prize.
Lead from the front - but don't leave your base behind
Lester B. Pearson was instrumental in leading, and gained international fame.
Despite all this, he also established not only himself, but Canada as a leading nation.
Despite all this, he also established not only himself, but Canada as a leading nation.
Quitting is leading too
Pearson showed that quitting is leading too, when he left politics in 1967.
He then handed the reins to following Prime Minister, Pierre Trudeau, who followed in his footsteps.
He then handed the reins to following Prime Minister, Pierre Trudeau, who followed in his footsteps.