Auspicium

The Tragedy of Julius Caesar by Shakespeare is a telling story of leadership. There are many prime examples of leaders. Brutus and Mark Antony are the most obvious examples.

I believe Mark Antony is the more able leader. Antony shook the the conspirator's hands after they murdered his dear friend. By doing this Antony had gained their trust. This move let them feel comfortable, so they lowered their guard.

At the funeral services Antony spoke second to a passionate Brutus. Brutus enthrived and rallied the mob which is Rome to believe that Caesar was a tryant and was overly ambitious. Antony was facing an uphill battle. He had to calm the crowd, persuade them that Brutus and the assassins were corrupt and caused the empire harm. He convinced the crowd to change their convictions about Caesar and to believe that Caesar was a kind, loving, gentle, and smart Emperor.

Antony also forms strong alliances with powerful politicians who were favorable of Caesar.
His friendship with Octavian provides Antony a strong, viable military force. Which later defeats Brutus and his allies. Antony then delivers the throne to Octavian.