While every character collected their share of fans, Leslie Knope has become something of a patron saint amongst overachievers, and her unique brand of unfalteringly sunny ambition has left a lasting legacy—on and off the screen.
In fact, after the 2016 election, Leslie Knope came out of retirement (courtesy of a Parks and Recreation writer) to pen a viral letter about democracy and progress — a testament to the long-lasting power of the character, even after the final curtain call.
So what are Leslie Knope’s defining leadership traits, and what can they teach us about being a beloved boss?