Leaders currently operate on a transactional style of leadership. Players are rewarded based on their productivity. The bigger the name and the more notoriety, the more industry leaders are willing to overlook inappropriate behaviors. In an article in the Journal of intercollegiate sports, the authors state that women generally have more of a transformational leadership style. The transformational leader fosters respect, integrity, trust and accountability. They do not go along with the status quo but challenge and push for change and encourage those under their leadership to problem solve. This leader also has high standards and is willing to take the time to address issues individually. This leader has what is best for the organization as its priority. (Burton & Peachy, 2009) Female transformational leadership is the needed to change the current culture in the sports
Leaders currently operate on a transactional style of leadership. Players are rewarded based on their productivity. The bigger the name and the more notoriety, the more industry leaders are willing to overlook inappropriate behaviors. In an article in the Journal of intercollegiate sports, the authors state that women generally have more of a transformational leadership style. The transformational leader fosters respect, integrity, trust and accountability. They do not go along with the status quo but challenge and push for change and encourage those under their leadership to problem solve. This leader also has high standards and is willing to take the time to address issues individually. This leader has what is best for the organization as its priority. (Burton & Peachy, 2009) Female transformational leadership is the needed to change the current culture in the sports