Here are the key leadership insights Barack Obama shared with a room full of Obama … But one legacy that might just outlive every single act of legislation in the history books is the … There's an island spirit that's important.

One of the qualities of a good leader and something president Obama has in abundance is decency. Though not perfect—no president is—Obama showcased throughout his eight years an amount of grace and likeability that leave no doubt over the strength of his personal character.