Transformational leadership is validated in relational congruence. The credibility gained in competence must be increased through acts of demonstrated character, care and constancy. Think of it this way: If you were going to climb a difficult and potentially dangerous mountain, you would insist that your guide be an experienced professional with lots of demonstrable skills. But what would you do if you discovered your guide had a reputation as an adrenaline junkie who often takes unnecessary risks just for thrills? Would you still want him or her to be your guide? Maybe so, but you’d probably
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