‘Transformational leadership’ is described as:
- a type of leadership style that can inspire positive changes in those who follow;
- a role model for followers;
- puts passion and energy into everything;
- inspires, sets clear goals, high expectations and "walks the walk";
- does not only challenge the status quo but also encourage creativity among followers;
- offers support, recognition and encouragement to individual followers;
- stirs the emotions of people and gets people to look beyond their self-interest
- those kind of leaders have a clear vision and are able to articulate it to followers;
- always visible and will stand up to be counted rather than hide behind their troops;
- able to prevent employees from being excessively reliant on their bosses;
- take and provide feedback;
- those leaders are good communicators;
- cultivating staff to feel empowered and self-guided.