
Seven Transformations of Leadership.
© iStockphoto/Devonyu
Successful leaders know that they need to develop their leadership skills on an ongoing basis – this helps them handle increasingly challenging situations.
However, many leaders plateau at a particular skill level, meaning that their career progression falters.
So, how can you avoid plateauing, and, so, realize your full potential?
Researchers David Rooke and William Torbert argue that there are seven stages that leaders go through, and, that by learning new skills, you can successfully move from one stage to the next.
In this article, we'll look at these seven leadership transformations, and we'll discuss how you can move through each stage.
Mind Tools members, click here.
Join now for just $1, first month
|
![]() |
Join the Mind Tools Club before midnight, May 9th, and get our Future-Proof Your Career workbook (worth US$19.99) for FREE.
Learn on the move with the free Mind Tools iPhone, iPad and Android Apps. Short bursts of business training ideal for busy people.
Rooke, D. and Torbert, W.R. (2005) 'Seven Transformations of Leadership,' Harvard Business Review, April 2005. Available here. [Accessed July 5, 2012.]