Charismatic Leadership“Charm and grace are all that is needed to create

followers”“Self-belief is a fundamental need of leaders”

“People follow others that they personally admire”

Modern Leadership

Theory

Who is a Charismatic leader?The Charismatic Leader gathers followers through showing personality and charm, rather than any form of external power or authority.

Displaying charismatic leadership is one of the most effective ways to boost the followers motivation, productivity and satisfaction.

How to be a Charismatic Leader?1. Define the Goal- Describe the goal so followers may

relate to it. 2. Describe the happy ending- Give followers an

incentive to work towards the goal.3. Describe the not-so-happy beginning- Be realistic and

explain how the start might be rough.4. Describe what action you want them to take- Make

the followers role very clear and make sure they understand. Explain the path the follower must take.

5. Just add watery eyes- Entice your followers with emotions.

Traits of a Charismatic Leader

Charismatic Leaders: Help or Hurt?HELP• Motivation- Leader can motivate and inspire the followers. • Trust- Having open communication can instill trust in the

followers. HURT• Broken Trust- Leader can also act in a way that it breaks the trust

of the followers. • Autonomy- Charismatic leading can breed a sense of dependence upon the leader among followers.

Reference List• http://

changingminds.org/disciplines/leadership/styles/charismatic_leadership.htm

• http://www.businessweek.com/managing/content/nov2010/ca2010112_608471.htm

• https://www.google.com/search?um=1&hl=en&newwindow=1&biw=1600&bih=775&tbm=isch&sa=1&q=how+to+be+a+charismatic+leader&oq=how+to+be+a+charismatic+leader&gs_l=img

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