Transactional vs. Transformational Leadership
A comparison of transactional and transformational leadership styles, based on Johnson and Hackman's book. We will explore the characteristics, examples, advantages, and disadvantages of each style, using examples from popular culture and real-world scenarios.
Program Modules
Introduction to Leadership Styles
An introduction to the concept of leadership styles and the scope of the program.
Introductory Routine
DailyWatch the intro video
Transactional Leadership
Explore the concept of transactional leadership, its characteristics, examples (Bill Belichick, Magneto, Johnny Lawrence), advantages, and disadvantages.
Contingent Rewards
WeeklyLearn about contingent reward and its role in transactional leadership.
Management by Exception
WeeklyUnderstand the concept of management-by-exception and its implications.
Examples of Transactional Leaders
WeeklyThink about the examples of Magneto, Bill Belichick and Johnny Lawrence.
Transformational Leadership
Examine transformational leadership, its characteristics, examples (Ann Hathaway, Professor X, Daniel LaRusso), advantages, and disadvantages.
Higher-Level Needs
WeeklyLearn how transformational leaders try to help followers fulfil those next two level needs, those higher levels, that esteem and self-actualization.
Examples of Transformational Leaders
WeeklyThink about the examples of Anne Hathaway, Professor X and Daniel LaRusso.
Comparison and Critique
Compare and contrast transactional and transformational leadership, considering their advantages, disadvantages, and potential applications.
Advantages of each
WeeklyIdentify advantages of transactional and transformational leadership.
Disadvantages of each
WeeklyIdentify disavantages of transactional and transformational leadership.
Reflection
WeeklyReflect on your personal preference.
What You'll Accomplish
- Understand the core principles of transactional leadership.
- Understand the core principles of transformational leadership.
- Identify examples of each leadership style in various contexts.
- Compare and contrast the advantages and disadvantages of each style.
- Reflect on personal leadership preferences and potential applications.
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