In the article, Remote Transformational Leadership (Kelloway et al, 2003), the researchers set out to determine factors that contribute to follower satisfaction when transformational leadership styles were evident. The hypothesis was that students would be able to distinguish between ledership styles and subsequent satisfaction levels would increase as transformational leadership styles were presented. Research methodology utilized in the study included the controlled experimental method with the vignette approach employed to evaluate responses on self-reports and manipulation checks employed for validity. The results did support the research goals in that respondents demonstrated a significantly greater amount of interpersonal justice and job satisfaction with transformational leaders as compared to laissez faire and management by exception leaders. The research is valuable in that it demonstrates the type of leadership qualities that positively influence followers not only in face to face interactions but in the more rapidly growing sector of remote communications and organizational structure.
As a remote leader, I can definitely find merit in the finding and am thankful there are researchers out there that are willing to put forth the effort to build on the current body of knowledge and support those that are leading thousands of miles away from their followers. It is definitely not an easy task to evaluate remote leadership, nor is it an easy task to be a remote leader. The research findings help me establish greater confidence that not only can I continue to be effective as a leader, but I can also foster the transformational leadership style even if face-to-face interactions are only possible through Skype or other video messaging software platforms.
Resources:
Kelloway, E., Barling, J., Kelley, E., Comtois, J., & Gatien, B. (2003). Remote transformational leadership.
Leadership & Organization Development Journal Leadership & Org Development J, 163-171.
Yukl, G. (2012). Leadership in organizations
(8th ed.). Upper Saddle River, NJ: Prentice Hall.
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