Implementasi Manajemen & Kewirausahaan
Vol 5 No 2 (2025): IMKA JOURNAL (OCTOBER)

Transformational leadership style in improving organizational performance and effectiveness in Generation Z

Hendri Firmansyah (Universitas Islam Negeri Madura)
Zahrotul Laila (Universitas Islam Negeri Madura)
Moh Nadir (Universitas Islam Negeri Madura)
Rudy Haryanto (Universitas Islam Negeri Madura)



Article Info

Publish Date
14 Nov 2025

Abstract

Transformational leadership is a leadership approach that emphasizes a leader’s ability to inspire, motivate, and transform individuals to achieve higher levels of performance and organizational goals. This approach has become increasingly relevant in the contemporary era, particularly among younger generations such as Generation Z, who possess distinct characteristics including a strong need for meaningful work, collaboration, flexibility, and a pronounced drive for innovation. This study aims to describe the typology of transformational leadership styles that are effective for Generation Z by reviewing various scholarly sources through a qualitative, library-based research method. The findings indicate that transformational leadership fosters creativity, innovation, and individual potential development through its four core dimensions—idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration. These characteristics align with the preferences of Generation Z, who respond positively to visionary leaders, open communication patterns, and opportunities to express ideas freely. Therefore, the application of transformational leadership is believed to enhance engagement, productivity, and the attainment of organizational objectives within increasingly dynamic work environments.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

manajemen

Publisher

Subject

Decision Sciences, Operations Research & Management Economics, Econometrics & Finance

Description

The IMKA provides a forum for academics and professionals to share the latest developments and advances in knowledge and practice of management business both theory and practices. It aims to foster the exchange of ideas on a range of important management subjects and to provide stimulus for ...