Political Leadership Traits

adjective unreasonably or obstinately determined

• The hardheaded businessman refused to negotiate on the terms of the contract.
• My dad is so hardheaded, he never listens to anyone else's opinion.
• She's so hardheaded, she never backs down from an argument.
• His hardheaded approach to problem-solving often leads to conflicts with his colleagues.

noun a person who is professionally involved in politics, especially as a holder of or a candidate for an elected office

• The politician addressed the crowd with a well-prepared speech.
• That politician sure knows how to work a room.
• The politician is always talking the talk but never walking the walk.
• Being a politician is like walking a tightrope between public opinion and personal beliefs.