In a career that spans more than forty years, the rise of inspiring and respected leader Alan Mulally to the top of the business world seems inevitable . A close examination of biographical information, interviews and leadership texts revealed that three factors must be attributed to Alan's rise. These factors constitute his leadership development, which began with his parents. Mulally's personality traits have been refined over the years and translate into leadership qualities. The final factor attributed to Alan's rise is his leadership behavior, which has earned him the respect and admiration of his followers. Alan Mulally: Inspiring Others Through Humanity In a professional career that spans more than 40 years. Many different people have described Alan Mullaly many times, but always in the same way. In the article Three Outsiders, Three Styles (2013) published in The Economist (2013), Mr. Mulally is described as a man who "gives hugs and means it; he is a sort of "demanding cheerleader », a boss we want. do your best to please, without blaming but without gentleness either.” Jim Jamieson, Boing's executive vice president of aviation programs and Mulally's former top lieutenant, said: "He is extraordinarily charismatic. He really believes in teamwork and he knows how to make people feel good about themselves” (quoted in Song, 2010). An exploration of Alan Mulally reveals that his rise as a leader in the business world is attributed to his personal development, leadership qualities and behavior. career at Boeing. In an interview with academics Prasada Kaipa and Mark Kriger (2010), Mr. Mulally draws...... middle of article......//www.mckinsey.com/insights/strategy/leading_in_the_21st_century_an_interview_with_fords_alan_mulallyReed, T. (April 3, 2012). 6 Leadership Tips from Ford CEO Alan Mulally. The street. Retrieved from http://www.thestreet.com/story/11480044/1/6-leadership-tips-from-ford-ceo-alan-mulally.htmlSong, K. (April 8, 2001). Mr. Nice Guy from Boeing: Alan Mulally steps into the spotlight. The Seattle Times. Retrieved from http://community.seattletimes.nwsource.com/archive/?date=20010408&slug=mulally08Three outsiders, Three Styles. (January 19, 2013). The economist. Retrieved from http://www.economist.com/news/business/21569721-dan-akerson-gm-doesnt-do-hugs-bad-trois-outsiders-trois-stylesZimmerman, A. (2014). Ask courageous questions to build trust. [Web log article]. Retrieved from http://drzimmerman.com/tuesdaytip/communication-builds-relationships-teamwork-and-cooperation.php