transformational leadership
nounUK /ˌtrænsfəˈmeɪʃənl ˈliːdəʃɪp/
US /ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃənl ˈliːdərʃɪp/
A way of leading where a person helps others do better and feel inspired to change.
The coach used transformational leadership to help the team believe in themselves.
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2. A style of leading that encourages people to grow and care about the group's goals.
Her transformational leadership made the whole class want to work together.
3. Leading by example so that others want to improve themselves.
He showed transformational leadership by staying positive and helping everyone.
4. A way of guiding a group that focuses on big changes and shared values.
The principal's transformational leadership changed how the school felt.