Transcript Transformational Leadership Example: Steve Jobs

Transformational Leadership
Example: Steve Jobs
“Innovation distinguishes between a
leader and a follower” - Steve Jobs
Leadership Factors
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Stimulates innovation & creativeness
Challenges followers
Supportive climate
Act as coaches & advisors to encourage selfactualization & focuses on ‘transforming’
• Creates valuable & positive change
Job Components
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Focus
Innovation & creativity
Passion
High level of involvement
Effective Communication of high expectations
Attention to detail
Vision & drive
The 4 I’s
• Idealized Influence
– Ability to act as strong role models
• Inspirational Motivation
– High standards of ethical & moral conduct
• Intellectual Stimulation
– Ability to stimulate innovation & creativity
• Individual Consideration
– Provide a supportive climate & listen to followers
A True Transformational Leader
• What sets Steve Jobs apart from the great leaders
of the past?
– His ability to take on challenges of being successful in
a world of many competitors with the rapid capability
to replicate ideas.
– His ability to inspire individuals and audiences,
employees and investors, the public and competitors.
– He always knew what the public wanted before they
did, leading the market rather than relying on market
research.