No one job prepares you to be president. You need to have the ability to listen, the major problem is most people don’t feel represented and don’t vote and the media only presents two parties opinions. This is a large diverse country and any candidates preconceived agenda’s should be set aside until it is determined what is good for the country as a whole.

It took me 20 years experience in my industry to prepare me to be president of my company. So, let me see, if it took me 20 years to manage 1/2 billion dollars, how many years would it take to manage 3.1 trillion dollars. Let’s see here, it looks like 124,280 years experience would be about right. On the other hand, ability to communicate a clear vision, motivate and manage people - and the wisdom to hire and retain the best minds in the country - may be a pretty good start…

With the way politics and choices in this are today I’d say a viable candidate could be and applicant for lunatic of the year.

http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/12/opinion/12krugman.html?ref=todayspaper Check this out. Krugman’s article.

Because global dynamics change rapidly, each Presidency is unlike before it. The most basic requirements, in the 21st century, should include a working knowledge of national politics and a realistic assessment of America’s position in the world community. This body of knowledge can’t be acquired overnight; it must come from an accumulated understanding of how the federal government works and where it can be improved. In 2008, we have a far more complex and challenging political environment than that of even four years ago. Our national debt has reached numbers we can’t wrap our minds around, the dollar is weaker than it’s ever been, our global relationships have deteriorated dramatically, and we are involved in a futile war. The “preparedness” for the Presidency should include wisdom, skilled diplomacy, prudence, strength of character and the ability to choose a strong team of advisers to fill the Cabinet. Bellicosity, “either/or” thinking, and shallowness of character will only lead the U.S. into further chaos. We need to take this election more seriously than any before it because the next President will either begin to pull America out of the fire or push the country towards a rapid meltdown. No single job can best prepare one for the Presidency, but, this time around, a position and background in national government is critical.

I don’t feel there is an education or prior work experience that would prepare anyone as leader of any country. Common sense, morality, intuitive skills, organizational skills, ability to work with a team, ability to work well under pressure and excellent communication skills should all be job requirements.