Transformational Leadership

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This paper discusses the theory of transformational leadership, as developed by James Macgregor Burns. It discusses the concept that the theory elevates the capabilities of workers and leaders in a team oriented manner. The paper focuses on the responsibilities of the leader in ensuring that the needs of the organization are met.

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"Transformational Leadership James Macgregor Burns developed the concept of transformational leadership as a theory that elevates the capabilities of workers and leaders in a team oriented manner. The theory behind the term contended that leaders were responsible for leading individuals with a knowledge of their needs, and the intention of fulfilling those needs within the organization (Homrig, n.d.). Additionally, Burns believed that strong leadership also focused in the capability of the leader to ensure that the needs of the organization were met. In accomplishing these tasks it is the job of the leader, therefore, to inspire the workers to the extent that they will be motivated to accomplish the work effectively for the company. In doing this the leader can work toward addressing the needs of the employees. Through this process, therefore, the workers and the leader are "transformed" because their focus on their mission is heightened and they are all functioning together to achieve goals (Homrig, n.d.)."

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