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The blind spot in current leaders’ thought is that they know all about what leaders do and how they do it—but do not know about the source level, that is, the inner place or the state of awareness from which leaders and social systems operate.
Otto Scharmer, MIT, Theory U and Presencing Institute
The transformational leader operates from the very core
of his or her being.
Is committed to a vision of the future that is based not on evidence, but on their stand for something to succeed.
The transformational leader:
Embodies the vision that isto be brought into being.
The transformational leader:
Knows that the future is not a place they are leading people to, but something that isco-created moment by moment, through
thoughts, conversations, actions and interactions.
The transformational leader:
Does not let the past dictate the future.
The transformational leader:
Is focused on unleashing potential.
The transformational leader:
Inspires confidence, adaptability, resilience and commitment.
The transformational leader:
Is wholeheartedly devoted to serving colleagues, customers
and other stakeholders.
The transformational leader:
Is an outstanding coach, and helps others be outstanding coaches.
The transformational leader:
Knows that when you shift the conversation, you shift the culture.
The transformational leader:
Fosters conversations for relationship, possibility and action.
The transformational leader:
Has presence – a function of listening that is revealed in vulnerability.
The transformational leader:
Is authentic.
For us, this means living up to your full potential.
The transformational leader:
Generously expresses acknowledgement and appreciation.
The transformational leader:
Treats each employee individually according to his or her particular
needs and talents.
The transformational leader:
Inspires performance beyond expectations.
The transformational leader:
Knows that people give of their best when their work is meaningful, and that purpose provides this meaning.
The transformational leader:
Is the brand personified.
The transformational leader:
