What is the most important trait in a good conductor/music director?

Clear physical communication/stick technique on the podium:
36%

Creating a respectful, professional, collaborative environment:
29%

Musical conception and vision:
20%

Good faith and sincere enthusiasm for the job:
6%

Something else:
4%

The ability to put together a good program/season:
2%

Ability to speak about music: stories, history, description, metaphor, etc.:
2%

Ability to relate to the greater community (patrons, audience):
0%

(Poll closed: 217 votes)