Question
Chapter 8 Transformational Leadership
What Does TL Mean to Me
Ideal
My direction
Way to perfection (Charismatic Leadership)
Important Points In Chapter 8
TL factors (5Is): Idealized influence(IIA, IIB), Inspirational motivation, Intellectual stimulation, Individualized consideration.
Building the real trust
Engaging with others
Charismatic Leadership
What Have I learned & Example
Perfect transformational leadership
Theory of CL: Personality charateristics, Behaviors, Effects on Followers.
My point of view & example
Jesus Christ: Perfection, Truth, Strong moral values, etc. Authentic charismatic leader.
Difference
Me: Focus on leader
TL: Focus on both sides, real trust, last long.
What Do I Like About TL
Gaining self-awareness
Developing empathy
Building real trust
Focusing on connection
What Do I not Like About TL
Hard to master
Lacks conceptual clarity
Strengths of TL
Last long
Effectiveness
Emphasize subordinate
Can build real trust
Weaknesses of TL
Hard to achieve
Lacks conceptual clarity
Am I a Transformational Leader
Laissez-faire leadership style.
I may not play a strong role as a role model
I may not support my followers very well
I may ignore the needs of followers
Application In My Life
Senior game designer
Requirements: Try new approaches, Listening carefully to the needs of followers(players), Inspiring other designers to commitment and engagement in shared vision, etc.