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Problem solving and intellectual skills are referred to collectively as cognitive factors. In order to inspire people, it
is essential to bring about productive change and solve problem creatively and at the same time leaders need to be mentally
sharp. The cognitive factors focuses on 5 factors strongly shared to cognitive intelligence.
Martin Luther King's characteristics can be seen as an example of cognitive factors and leadership.
The characteristics are as follows:
1. Intellectual ability - Dr. King could be considered as one of the intelligent leaders at his time. He possessed many
characteristics of a good leader.
2. Farsighted.
3. Advanced conceptual thinking - Dr. King was advanced in conceptual thinking than many others during his time
4. Openness to new experiences - Dr. King was open to experience and was creative in his approached to resolve problems.
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