Steve Jobs Transformational Leadership By Kristen Jung Transformational

Steve Jobs Transformational Leadership By: Kristen Jung

Transformational Qualities §Leader changes the work environment for the better §Engages followers §Enhances relationships within the organization §Lives by the “The Four I’s”: §Idealized Influence §Inspirational Motivation §Intellectual Stimulation §Individualized Consideration

Why Steve Jobs? Individualized Influence He was a charismatic role model who helped build companies made of confidence and trust Ex: Pixar, Apple Shared his vision with team and also lead them to success He set standards and a sense of mission to achieve goals

Inspirational Motivation Jobs inspired others to commit to a vision and to never give up. Shared stories of his past, and how being homeless helped him push through hard times. Past experiences helped mold his lifestyle and business mentality He was an example to follow your dreams and to have passion in what you do.

Intellectual Stimulation “Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower” • Jobs always encouraged coworkers to think of the next “big thing” before customers wanted it • Was always ahead of the curve • Encouraged quality performance and constant improvement and innovation

Individual Consideration Jobs continuously pushed his employees to achieve perfection… in anyway possible. Although it is said he yelled at employees, it was his way of pushing others to their best. Read this article for a firsthand experience from one of his coworkers! Employees could never say “this can’t be done”

Be like Steve Jobs! In this Forbes article, you can read more about “The 7 Innovation Secrets of Steve Jobs” and understand how this transformational leadership style helped build Apple into the empire that it is today.