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    People-Oriented, Transactional, and Transformational Leadership Styles

    UoPeople Master of Business Administration

    BUS 5411: Leading in Today's Dynamic Contexts

    Dr Mews

    July 14, 2022

    1
    Introduction

    People-oriented or relations-oriented leaders are completely motivated to concentrate on

    supporting and developing their subordinates, encouraging subordinates to develop relationships

    among one another and emphasizing dignity, respect and camaraderie to help develop trust and

    instill a focus on team performance (Russell, 2011). Leading with a people-first mindset means

    that the leader's primary focus is on cultivating relationships with their workforce and offering

    them support and encouragement ("Behavioral Theories of Leadership," n.d.). While people-

    oriented leaders tend to be concerned about productivity, they do trust that providing a good

    environment for their staff will lead to great results.

    Transactional leadership in both professional business and educational settings refer to

    the use of an authoritative leader setting specific parameters, guidelines, rules and expectations

    then rewarding those that follow them and reach predetermined goals and objectives while

    punishing those that fail to do so. Transactional leaders focus on the job with production being

    more important than treatment of employees (Russell, 2011).

    Russell (2011) speaks to transformational leaders as those who focus on employee care,

    supporting the premise that if the person is treated well, there is a sense of importance to the

    firm, and a sense of being part of the team. These types of leaders arouse admiration and loyalty

    in their audience by communicating clearly and effectively, and they cultivate an environment

    that fosters creativity and new ideas (Nodding, 2018). Some of the reasons transactional leaders

    gain tremendous traction with their team include the intention to secure agreements on the

    requirements of the job with their staff and rewarding them in exchange for satisfactorily

    carrying out assignments; and staff relying on the leaders honoring their efforts through

    instrumental support or assistance in conflict resolution with superiors.


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    Reflecting upon my own experience, I believe I can relate to the people-oriented style as I

    have a strong desire to lead with a people-first mindset, where I often find that my primary focus

    is on cultivating genuine and meaningful relationships with my team and going out of my way

    often-times to offer them support and encouragement. I believe that with time, I can possibly

    cultivate this style into transformational leadership!

    References:

    Behavioral theories of leadership. (n.d.). LeadershipCentral.com. http://www.leadership-

    central.com/behavioral-theories.html#axzz3tD3BNLW1

    Cherry, K (2020, March 05). Transformational Leadership. Retrieve from

    Transformational Leadership: motivate and inspire (verywellmind.com)

    Nodding, J (2019, June 16). Determine these assessments of the leadership of well-

    known leaders. Discovered these leadership styles of famous leaders. | blog (liquidlearning.com)

    Pundhir, N. (2017, October 11). 10 Leadership Styles with Examples. Retrieved from

    http://www.iamwire.com/2017/10/10-leadership-styles-with-examples/167818

    Russell, E. (2011, September 8). Leadership theories and style: A transitional approach.

    General Douglas MacArthur Military Leadership Writing Competition.

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