Transformational Leadership Steve Jobs Transformational Leadership What it

Transformational Leadership Steve Jobs

Transformational Leadership What it is • Improves dedication, morale, motivation and performance of their teams and followers • Promotes a strong vision • Leads change in an organized fashion • Successfully integrates change

Transformational Leadership What it looks like • Steve Jobs lived transformational leadership in his career with Apple • He implemented the Four I’s (key elements that make transformational leadership what it is)

Transformational Leadership Four I’s • Idealized Influence: being a charismatic role model who builds confidence and trust • Steve Jobs built confidence in his team when Apple was first starting – he believed when no one else did • Inspirational Motivation: providing meaningful work and setting high standards • His strong hope for his vision and relentless work effort for perfection built up his supporters’ trust and team around him

Transformational Leadership Four I’s • Intellectual Stimulation: Encouraging creativity by questioning common assumptions and beliefs • Jobs encouraged creativity and innovation among his employees – constantly challenging the status quo • Individual Consideration: Being a mentor by responding to individual needs • He used individual consideration by always responding to the needs of his fans and supporters