Portrait of a transformational leader: the legacy of Dr Martin Luther King Jr

David McGuire; Kate Hutchings

doi:10.1108/01437730710726840

Portrait of a transformational leader: the legacy of Dr Martin Luther King Jr

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Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to explore the leadership of Dr Martin Luther King Jr in relation to four characteristics of transformational leadership. Design/methodology/approach – The paper draws upon excerpts from archival sources of personal correspondence and statements by Dr Martin Luther King Jr stored at the King Center, Atlanta, Georgia.Findings – The research finds that Dr King personified the four characteristics of transformational leadership. It also illustrates King's leadership legacy through modern works on leadership.
Originality/value – The analysis presented assists our understanding of the qualities of and the way we think about, transformational leaders. It emphasises the importance of building follower confidence; challenging taken-for-granted assumptions; developing follower needs and upholding high moral values.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	154-166
Number of pages	13
Journal	Leadership and Organization Development Journal
Volume	28
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1108/01437730710726840
Publication status	Published - 30 Nov 2006

Keywords

leadership, transformational leadership, organizational change

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