In her TEDxPortoSalon talk, leadership expert Isabel Paiva de Sousa explores the concept of transformational leadership and its impact on organizations and individuals. She begins by defining transformational leadership as a style that inspires and motivates others to achieve their full potential, rather than simply giving orders and enforcing compliance.
Isabel discusses the key characteristics of transformational leaders, such as their ability to communicate a compelling vision, build strong relationships, and empower their teams. She emphasizes the importance of emotional intelligence and self-awareness in effective leadership, as well as the need for leaders to adapt to change and embrace innovation.
Through real-life examples and personal anecdotes, Isabel illustrates the power of transformational leadership in driving positive change and creating a culture of collaboration and growth. She challenges listeners to reflect on their own leadership style and consider how they can become more transformative in their approach.
Overall, Isabel’s talk serves as a thought-provoking and inspiring exploration of the potential for transformational leadership to drive success and fulfillment in both professional and personal spheres.
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Liderança transformadora?!…transforma o quê e para quê?
Liderança é um tema atraente e maravilhoso, que dorme e acorda connosco, porque em algum domínio da vida, somos lideres e liderados. Nesta talk a Isabel aborda se no dia a dia da liderança, somos mais transatores ou transformadores? No que me transformo para transformar? Como cuidamos da liderança, para nutrir ambientes de confiança e tornarmos o mundo mais inclusivo, criador de valor e virtuoso? Quais as ações que contribuem para uma liderança transformadora? Da intenção ao impacto. Quando é que o líder é aceite, contagia e no pensamento sente a atitude que transforma?
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Video “Liderança Transformacional | Isabel Paiva de Sousa | TEDxPortoSalon” was uploaded on 03/17/2025 to Youtube Channel TEDx Talks