Researchers are keen on the idea that there are different leadership styles–autocratic, visionary and servant, for instance. Arguably, however, no matter which style you lean on most naturally, when it comes to flexibility, I’ve come to believe through my personal experiences that there are just two main types of people. You are either a rock or water leader.

The traits of rock leaders.

Rock leaders, as you might guess, are overwhelmingly firm in their decisions. What they do often serves as a foundation for the behaviors of everyone else, and others recognize their exceptional strength.