The Role of Followers in the Charismatic Leadership Process: Relationships and Their Consequences

We present a theoretical analysis of the follower's role in the charismatic leadership process. Specifically, we distinguish between two types of charismatic relationships - personalized and socialized - and present general propositions about how followers' self-concepts may determine the...

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Published in:The Academy of Management review 2005-01, Vol.30 (1), p.96-112
Main Authors: Howell, Jane M, Shamir, Boas
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Behavior
Business management
Charisma
Empowerment
Identity
Leaders
Leadership
Organizational behavior
Professional relationships
Roles
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Summary:We present a theoretical analysis of the follower's role in the charismatic leadership process. Specifically, we distinguish between two types of charismatic relationships - personalized and socialized - and present general propositions about how followers' self-concepts may determine the type of charismatic relationship they form with the leader. We then develop more specific propositions about the follower's role in various stages of the charismatic relationship process, and we conclude by outlining the implications of the propositions and suggesting further opportunities for theoretical extension. [PUBLICATION ABSTRACT]
ISSN:0363-7425
1930-3807
DOI:10.5465/AMR.2005.15281435