S04E18 Structure Over Spark: The Power of Transactional Leadership

31/03/2025 11 min Temporada 4 Episodio 18
S04E18 Structure Over Spark: The Power of Transactional Leadership

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Episode Synopsis

Welcome back to Take the Leap Management, the podcast where we break down powerful leadership theories and management strategies that drive real results. Today, we’re diving into Transactional Leadership Theory—a classic but often misunderstood model built on structure, supervision, and clear expectations. While it may not be flashy or inspirational, this leadership style is essential in high-stakes environments where rules matter and consistency is key. From the military to healthcare to large-scale project portfolios, transactional leadership ensures that work gets done—on time, by the book, and with accountability. Let’s explore when structure outperforms inspiration—and why sometimes, following the rules is the smartest move a leader can make.

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