What makes an individual powerful?

An individual becomes powerful by getting themselves to that point. Look at me for example, how I can easily manipulate people to do what I want, I've given myself power. I can agree that some are born into leadership roles, like being king. But me? I get what I want for myself. To be powerful you have to work for it. You got to take what you want the moment you see it. I work for my power, even if I get people to do stuff for me, it's still alot of work! Do you realize how much I have to nag sometimes to get what I want? I'd consider myself a pretty powerful person. All in all, people get powerful by working for it. If you don't work to get to your high position then why should people listen to you?

Macbeth says he wants to go killing tonight . . sounds like a plan to me!