Title: Navigating Organizational Change Through Transformational Leadership
Authors: Emmanuel Yusuf Attah, PhD and John Toro Gimba, PhD
Volume: 8
Issue: 12
Pages: 70-73
Publication Date: 2024/12/28
Abstract:
The study examined the role of transformational leadership in navigating organizational change, with a focus on developing employee engagement, addressing resistance, and achieving measurable outcomes. The objectives of the study were to explore the principles of transformational leadership, analyze its strategies for addressing resistance to change, evaluate its role in aligning organizational goals with employee engagement, and assess its measurable outcomes in change initiatives. The study employed a content review methodology, unifying works from existing literature to provide a comprehensive understanding of transformational leadership practices. Findings revealed that transformational leadership significantly enhances trust and collaboration, reduces resistance through transparent communication and emotional intelligence, and aligns organizational goals with employee aspirations. Moreover, it promotes innovation, increases productivity, and ensures long-term organizational success by creating a culture of adaptability and commitment. Based on the findings, it is recommended that organizations institutionalize transformational leadership practices, develop robust strategies to manage resistance, align organizational objectives with employee engagement initiatives, and implement measurable metrics to evaluate change outcomes. Furthermore, leadership development programs should be prioritized to equip leaders with the skills necessary to drive sustainable transformation.