Exam 9: Charismatic and Transformational Leadership

A primary difference between a charismatic and transformational leader is that the former articulates a visions of the future that is better than the present.

Charismatic leaders such as Richard Branson, founder of the Virgin Group, frequently promote themselves and their vision.

Transformational leadership focuses largely on follower attributions rather than on the leader's vision.

Unlike other types of leaders, charismatic leaders use referent power and expert power to influence followers.

Transformational leadership has been found to be positively related to all of the following EXCEPT:

Charismatic leaders most often use position power to motivate followers.

Charisma is capable of creating both positive and negative results.

Mary-Margaret loves what she does. She likes the idea that her leadership is somehow contributing to society. She is constantly motivating her followers by showing them the impact their contribution has on the community. Which source of personal meaning does Mary-Margaret derive her motivation? a. self-belief b. legacy c. selflessness d. culture heritage and traditions e. activist mind-set f. faith and spirituality g. personal interests h. values

Explain the difference between transformational and transactional leadership.

Charismatic leaders receive their followers' acceptance conditional on receiving some external reward such as money or financial gain.

Discuss how one can acquire charismatic qualities.

Charismatic leaders empower followers by building their self-interest.

Think of a leader from your work experience or education who you believe has charisma. Explain why.

Bob is very determined to make his mark on the organization. He feels that by developing relationships with his followers, he can do exactly that. His grandfather left his mark on the organization and through the turbulence of the new economy, Bob thinks he has a chance to do the same. Which source of personal meaning does Bob derive his motivation? a. self-belief b. legacy c. selflessness d. culture heritage and traditions e. activist mind-set f. faith and spirituality g. personal interests h. values

Transactional leadership mostly caters to followers' self-interest, and transformational leadership inspires followers to go beyond their own self-interests.

The first step of the transformation process is to inspire a shared vision.

Stewardship empowers followers to make decisions and to have control over their jobs while servant leadership helps them to grow professionally and personally.

Two basic differences between charismatic and transformational leadership theories are the qualities that describe the two types of leaders and the influencing behaviors they exhibit.

Transformational leaders are often seen as:

The key to successful stewardship is based on all of the following values EXCEPT: