Implementing an Organizational Diversity Program

Implementing an Organizational Diversity Program

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Implementing an Organizational Diversity Program

Transformational leadership is defined as the ability to stimulate and inspire followers to achieve extraordinary outcomes and by doing so , they develop their own capacity (Hernon Rossiter , 2007 ,

. 170 The said type of leadership invests in the socio-emotional relationship between the leader and follower in achieving the goals of the organizations (Graen , 2003 . In relation to these distinct characteristics , transformational leadership is considered suitable for implementing organizational diversity programs because of the ability of leaders

to appeal to the followers based on their social and emotional contexts . A variety of approaches can be used by transformational leaders in implementing diversity programs within the organization

First , transformational leaders can increase the level of awareness and consciousness in relation to the diverse nature of the organization by communicating at the individual level . Transformational leaders can easily create a bond with the individuals of different background in order to identify their distinct needs and characteristics that can be used to contribute to the organizational goals . Likewise , the transformational leader can gather their specific ideas and level of acceptance towards the level of diversity in the organization . The said information can be used in order to enhance the program according to their needs . As observed from the success of Mahatma Ghandi , a well-known transformational leader , the fulfillment of followers ' needs serve as an important factor in earning the trust of people and maintaining influence

Second , transformational leaders can appeal to the...