Management

Running Head : TRANSFORMATIONAL CHANGE LEADER

Transformational Change Leader

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A transformational change leader is a charismatic , heroic or visionary leader . A charismatic leader produces significant organizational change because he leads his followers to pursue organizational goals sacrificing self-interest . He transforms his followers by creating changes in their goals , values , needs , beliefs and aspirations (Kreitner and Kinicki , 2003 ,

. 614 . A charismatic leader develops value and positive change in his followers by enhancing their morale and

personal identity through motivation and inspiration . As a good leader he is courageous and uses his intellectual skills to face challenges and difficult situations . He emphasizes symbolic leader behavior intellectual stimulation of his followers , and self-sacrifice

A transformational or charismatic leader has three key sets of leader behavior . First , he is able to establish a common vision of the future He has a high level of confidence , patience and optimism which allows him to develop this vision and translate it into action . Second , the charismatic leader establishes higher performance expectations and standards and he is confident in his followers ' ability to meet these expectations . He is open to the ideas of others and is ready to listen to his followers . Lastly , he develops and follows a set of essential values , traits and beliefs which makes him a role model for others

A transformational change leader knows the things that lead to the failure or success of a change...