Kouzes and Posner posit that an effective leader models the way for his or her staff, inspires the staff to pursue a common vision, and challenges organizational processes. Moreover, they argue that an effective leader enables and inspires staff to work towards realization of organizational goals. Sheikh Zayed helped the United Arab Emirates achieve significant economic growth during his reign as the leader of the Eastern region of Abu Dhabi and the president. He led by setting examples and encouraging his people to participate in projects that promote economic development. Besides, he made sure that people gain adequate skills to help them assume leadership positions in the country. Accordingly, Sheikh Zayed was a successful leader.

References
Bommer, W., Rubin, R. & Baldwin, T. (2004). Setting the stage for effectively leadership: Antecedents of transformational leadership behavior. Leadership Quarterly, 15(2), 195-210.
Day, C. (2000). Effective leadership and reflective practice. Reflective Practice: International and Multidisciplinary Perspectives, 1(1), 113-127.
Dorfman, P. & Howell, J. (1997). Leadership in Western and Asian countries: Commonalities and differences in effective leadership processes across cultures. The Leadership Quarterly, 8(3), 233-274.
Druskat, V. & Wheeler, J. (2003). Managing from the boundary: The effective leadership of self-managing work teams. The Academy of Management Journal, 46(4), 435-457.
GulfNews (2005). Shaikh Zayed in quotes. Retrieved from http://gulfnews.com/news/gulf/uae/general/shaikh-zayed-in-quotes-1.306268 History of UAE (2008). UAE History. Retrieved from http://www.uaeinteract.com/uaeint_misc/pdf_2008/English_2008/eyb3.pdf Kechichian, J. (2010). Shaikh Zayed: The making of a great leader. Retrieved from