Leadership And Influence Terminology

noun a person who has great influence in the choice of a leader or ruler, especially in politics

• The political strategist was known as the kingmaker, as he had the power to influence election outcomes.
• They say he's the kingmaker in this town, able to make or break anyone's career.
• She's the ultimate kingmaker in the music industry, able to turn unknown artists into superstars.
• In the world of finance, a successful investor can be seen as a kingmaker, shaping the success of various companies.

noun a body of water that is smaller in size or scope

adjective describing the size of the fish as being large

• He was used to being a big fish in a little pond at his small hometown university.
• Back in high school, she was always a big fish in a little pond.
• He's like a big fish in a little pond when he's at the local bar showing off his pool skills.
• In the world of indie filmmaking, she was considered a big fish in a little pond.