Full Range Leadership Model

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Full range leadership is said to be a combination of transactional, laissez-faire and transformational leadership styles. Mrs. Smith, based on the Service Learning Case study portrayed a variety of skills and traits which includes informative, knowledge -ability, Confident, approachable, reassuring, engaging, and articulate thus making her an exceptional leader. She also exhibits elements of authentic, servant and charismatic leadership styles.

(Northouse 185) defines transformational leadership as a process that changes and transforms people. It is concerned with emotions, values, ethics, standards, and long-term goals.(Avolio, 1999; Bass & Avolio, 1990a) suggests that transformational leadership is concerned with improving the performance of followers and developing followers to their fullest potential. (Kuhnert, 1994) also advocates that persons who exhibit transformational leadership often have a strong set of internal values and ideals, and they are effective at motivating followers to act in ways that support the greater good rather than their own self-interests (Northouse 191) It is in the light of Northouse, Avolio and Bass that I deduced Mrs. Smith to be a transformational leader.

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Smith according to the Full Range of Leadership Model under transformational leader possess the 4 I’s; idolized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation and individualized consideration. Her high expectation that the service learning experience would build leadership capacity in her students and a passion for them to recognize ways they can make positive social change in their world. Her willingness to be actively involved, taking chances and provide the support and encouragement necessary allow her to stand out. Kouzes and Posner state, transformational leaders “have a clear vision, model, take risks by challenging the process, enable others, rewarding others (Northouse, 2013:

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