1. A Transformational Leader Amanda Kleske March 6, 2016

2. Walt Disney

3. Walt Disney was considered a transformational leader due to his natural ability to cater to the 4I’s:

4. Idealized Influence
Walt Disney was an inspiring role model who always walked the talked
Communicating his vision effectively and passionately was one of his greatest leadership aspects
Always showed his care and concern for family and employees
He told stories rather than presented strategies; he invested a significant amount of time personally sharing his vision with his team
“When you believe in a thing, believe in it all the way, implicitly and unquestionable.”

5. Inspirational Motivation
Effectively communicated ideas to subordinates and rallied great team spirit
Always looked toward the future and never lost sight of the big picture
Walt acted as a coach and often a mentor to his followers
Emphasized that failures and negitivity are inevitable; whats important is to keep trying
“You can design and create, and build the most wonderful place in the world. But it takes people to make the dream a reality.”

6. Individualized Consideration
Constantly encouraged creativity and innovation
Culture at EVERY Disney workplace allows for crazy ideas
Asked for feedback from everyone
Empower your team to achieve creative and engaged employees
“Of all the things I’ve done, the most vital is coordinating those who work with me and aiming their efforts at a certain goal.”

7. Intellectual Stimulation
Walt Disney was a Dreamer
Loved to try new things
Never stopped innovation
Always told his employees that a plan is good, but action is the only way to accomplish your goals
“Disneyland will never be completed. It will continue to grow as long as there is imagination left in the world.”

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