Charisma Needs A Theory Of Its Own

Untethering charisma from transformational leadership theory and measurement, pointing out the conceptual gaps, definitional problems, and methodological shortcomings, has immense importance for society and is vital for theory development and the empirical research that it will trigger.

However, it is important for practice too because charismatic leaders wield enormous power and can use this power to accomplish great good or evil; thus it is essential to understand what charisma is, its antecedents, moderators, and consequences.

It is time to take the construct of charisma to the next level.