Explorer Ernest Henry Shackleton

Henry Shackleton volunteered for ScottÆs National Antarctic Expedition to the South Pole in 1901, but he took ill on the journey and had to return home. Shackleton was determined to mount his own successful expedition and realized this dream as commander of the Nimrod Expedition of 1907-1909, (Sir, 2004, p. 1). On the journey, Shackleton and his crew climbed Mount Erebus and contributed to scientific discovery. They came within 100 mile of the South Pole. Dwindling supplies forced Shackleton to abandon the mission, one of the most difficult decisions of h

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ackleton, this helped establish a unit that could still function should any of his party falter,ö (p. 25). Another of ShackletonÆs leadership skills was his keen ability to communicate with others in ways that inspired them and provided clear and concise expectations. Shackleton was legendary for telling it like it was, often being direct but honest with his crew members. Shackleton was also adept at sharing the work and the pleasure with his crew members. When the spirit of his crew was low, he would often engage them in games like football or ice hockey. Shackleton was often an inspiration for his men. He was a role model of attitude, perseverance, and facing challenges in the worst of conditions. His attitude and optimism were infectious and many crewmen longed to be aboard one of ShackletonÆs expeditions. As Spellman (2003) says of his optimism, ôA series of life-threatening problems plagued the expedition, ranging from injuries and running out of food, to horrific weather conditions and having to kill their accompanying ponies. Shackleton is reported to have told his men, æDifficulties are just things to overcome, after all,Æö (p. 25). Many leaders often feel isolated or lonely due to their position of authority, bu
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