For Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King, Jr., and Steve Jobs, it all started with a vision. These three gentlemen asked some tough questions. They identified some tough problems. They challenged what other people thought couldn't be done. And as a result, their leadership philosophies revolutionized the world, accomplishing remarkable feats in the realms of politics, civil rights, and business. Millions of people accept the influence of their legacies every day as critical necessities of their lives. And yet, Lincoln, King, and Jobs were very different individuals. They developed from different backgrounds. They came of age in different generations. And they faced different obstacles to be overcome. But all the while, one thing remained exactly the same: each of them possessed seven character traits that influenced their leadership acumen. These traits helped them find the solutions to the complicated problems they faced and reach their goals with striking efficiency. The path to leadership is outlined within the context of these seven personal characteristics in the book Roadmap to Leadership: The Seven Core Traits of Great Leaders. Roadmap travels through many different topics-including the fundamentals of leadership, the thought process leaders tend to have, and the different types of leadership methods-and concludes with practical advice. For the first time, the theory of leadership is examined from a common-sense perspective, allowing information to resonate with readers on a personal level. As the complexities of humanity continue to evolve over time, unique problems will require unique solutions. Indeed, leadership is more necessary now than ever before. And by learning and applying these seven values, the rest of society can reach its goals more efficiently and provide direction for the next generation of influential and inspirational leaders. After all, great leaders aren't born. They're made.