摘要：This essay presents an overview about some of the most relevant leadership theories, in order to determinate the basic elements that could facilitate the development of the micro, small and medium enterprises. Different theories were reviewed including some from the psychological perspective, basis for the entrepreneurial leadership. The various conceptions about the effective leadership differ from author to author. The attributes associated to leadership, mentioned with more frequency were: facing risk, flexibility, trust in oneself, interpersonal and communication skills, competence to carry a task, intelligence, confidence in decision making, understanding his/her followers, and courage.
关键词：Leadership;micro, medium and small business, innovation.;liderazgo;micro, pequeña y mediana empresa;innovación.
