The tension between transactional and transformational approaches represents one of the biggest theoretical divides in the world of leadership and management. Let’s take a look at the key features of ...

“You have a single character bringing you into the story,” commented Noah Baumbach, American filmmaker, in a conversation with Alan Alda on the “Clear+Vivid” podcast. The “story” could represent a ...

In 1978, James MacGregor Burns defined the concept of a "transformational leader." His work has been continued and expanded upon by other researchers, including industrial psychologist Dr. Bernard ...

Is transformational leadership trendy, or a radical change in leadership styles for today’s environment? What is transformational leadership? How do we know when we are really authentic ...

In leadership articles and studies, the transactional style is usually juxtaposed with the transformational style, with the latter presented as more of the ideal. While the transactional approach is ...

A few years ago, a new manager was appointed to oversee the refinery of a multinational petroleum company. In an earlier life, "Joe" had been a behavioral safety observer who recognized the benefits ...

The business environment is changing rapidly, and CPA firm leaders and their clients face the twin challenges of managing current operations while positioning themselves for future growth. We can ...

While I attended meetings recently with local fire chiefs, some of the most common conversations that arose dealt with conflicts with the newest generation of firefighters. Many chiefs are amazed at ...