Topic > Inspirational Motivation (IM): Inspirational Motivation

The leader has a charisma that induces determination and confidence in followers. The leader provides meaningful and challenging tasks to instill a sense of accomplishment in followers (Avolio & Bass, 2002). Inspirational motivation helps awaken team spirit and followers show passion, positivity and optimism towards the company's goals. The first two components of transformational leadership, idealized influence and inspirational motivation, are often combined as a form of charismatic-inspirational leadership (Bass, 1998). Interactive communication is also a very important part of the inspirational motivation journey as it helps a leader communicate expectations and guidelines and demonstrate the vision for