The transformational leadership style is a concept from leadership research that is based on the transformational leadership approach. This leadership style is characterised by the leader’s ability to communicate an inspiring vision, to motivate, support and develop employees and to drive change in order to achieve common goals. A transformational leader relies on an inspiring vision, which he communicates to employees and motivates them to actively participate in the realisation of this vision. They promote a positive working environment in which employees are encouraged to contribute their own ideas, develop themselves further and take responsibility.
The transformational leadership style has proven to be an effective leadership practice for motivating employees, promoting commitment and successfully leading organisations through change processes. It contributes to the creation of a positive corporate culture in which innovation, creativity and performance are encouraged.
