Summarize Machiavelli's beliefs about what makes a great leader.

Machiavelli's beliefs are that a good leader must have authenticity and openness, that is the first thing that a good leader have to feel and live.

A great leader should be intelligent and he should be ''feared rather than loved''. It is also important for the leader to have someone who will give him appropriate support and with support everything is easier.

A great leader should hold good virtues and he should never turn to ''outside auxiliary or mercenary units''.