Transformational leaders have been posited to impact an organization’s culture, structure, and strategy. These types of leaders manifest themselves as change catalysts, who manipulate organizational factors with the aim of improving knowledge cycles.
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Explain FOUR expectations of leaders in strategic management. (8 marks)
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- To change organisations and systems from within.
- To drive forward adventurous, visionary strategies. Leaders need to have a clear vision for the future and what needs to be done to get there, so that they can inspire others to aim for the future as well.
- To provide clarity of purpose and direction.
- To be good communicators, both to communicate their vision and purpose, but also to listen to others’ point of view and gain their trust.
- To motivate others. Visionary leaders motivate others to work harder by making work seen as natural as play, and by making their teams see the value and purpose in what they do.
(Any 4 points)