Leadership in Organizations, Eight Edition

Chapter 12 Charismatic and Transformational Leadership

Learning Objectives

After studying this chapter, you should be able to:

• Understand how charismatic and transformational theories differ from earlier theories.

• Understand similarities and differences between charismatic and transformational leadership.

• Understand how leaders, followers, and the situation affect attributions of charisma.

• Understand the traits, behaviors, and influence processes included in each major theory.

• Understand the benefits and costs of charismatic leadership for followers and the organization.

• Understand how to inspire more follower commitment and optimism.

In the 1980s, management researchers became very interested in the emotional and symbolic aspects ...