TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP THEORY

Transformational leadership

 Definition:

Transformational leadership is a style of leadership in which the leader identifies the needed, change creates a vision to guide the change through inspiration and motivation.

Development of concept:

Burns in (1978) first introduced the concept of transforming leadership, now used in organizational psychology.

TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP THEORY

 A theory of leadership that focuses on how leaders can transform their follows positively transformational leadership theory en-comprises four element

·         Inspirational Motivation:

In inspirational motivation leader guide followers by providing them with a sense meaning and challenge they work optimistically to foster the spirit of teamwork.

·         Intellectual stimulation:

Leaders encourage their followers to be innovative and creative. They encourage new ideas from their followers and never criticize them.

·         Idealized influence:

The leader act as role models for employers such leader always wins the trust and respect of their followers.

·         Individualized consideration:

Followers In which the leader attends to each and gives sympathy and support. The followers are treated differently according to their talents and knowledge.

Implication for managers:

Yukl (1994) draws some tips for managers

I. Develop a challenging and attractive vision together with employers.

 2. Express confidence, optimism about the vision and its implementation.

 3. Realize the vision through small planned steps.