Transformational Theory Of Nelson Mandela

As a transformational leader I have chosen Nelson Mandela due to the fact that he motivates his followers to accomplish through charisma and inspiration. Nelson Mandela is a well knows leader who is loved not only by his own people, but to people around the world because he fought for South Africa during apartheid time. Nelson Mandela inspired his followers to work toward extremely intimidating accomplishments like ending apartheid in South Africa.

The transformational style examine how certain leaders are able to motivate followers by inspiring and empowering them towards achieving a common vision through their obligation. The transformational theory is not like the trait approach and the skills approach, the transformational approach observes characteristics of a leader, a follower and a situation. Transformational leaders possess the gift to “engage with followers and create a connection that raises the level of motivation and morality in both the leader and the follower” (Northouse, 2013, p186). Their capacity to rouse devotees indicates an abnormal state of passionate insight; which envelops "mindfulness, certainty, self-direction, scruples, inspiration, compassion, and social abilities" (Goleman, 1995). Indeed, even as a young fellow in his twenties, Mandela had the vision to end the politically-sanctioned racial segregation framework in his cherished nation. Mandela joined the African National Congress in 1942 and drove a battle of serene, peaceful resistance against