Question

Transformational leaders influence those around them and therefore have the potential to alter the culture of a unit or organization. Please address the following topics:

• Summarize your general beliefs of what makes a good leader.
• Regarding the transformational leadership skills discussed in our required article reading, how do you think your leadership style is perceived by others?
• What aspect of the TEACH values discussed in the lesson do you think would most benefit your work environment if adopted?

Answer 1

Transformational leadership

A leadership that causes changes in individuals and social systems is called a transformational leadership . A transformational leader helps the followers to increase their motivation, morale their by Job performance and it may results in the growth of individuals and the organization itself.

What makes a good leader

There are various qualities that a person need to become a good leader. Having faith and confidence in their own ideas and having confidence in followers should be there for a good leader. To achieve the confidence in followers a good leader has to motivate and listen them properly. Strong communication skills, Optimism, passion and commitment, clear vision and mission, democracy and courage are unavoidable qualities of a Good leader.

Leadership style perceived by others.

A democratic leadership style involves the practices like tacking all the opinions into consideration, and making decisions based on follower's input. Delagation of responsibilities equally to the followers also an another task in democratic leadership.

Adapting some values for the work environment is beneficial for the profession. Some of the values that can apply in the work environment are:

Making a difference

Keeping promises

Excellent communication

Being accountable

Establish mutuall trust

Maintain high emotional intelligence

Extraversion and inspiring others.

Through adopting this values a person can greatly influence others in the organization or unit for a good cause and positive change.