In the context of profound and widespread global transformations, driven by emerging socio-economic patterns and accelerated by technological advancements, there is a pressing need to redefine the concept of leadership and to understand why effective leadership is essential for navigating socio-economic change.
This work proposes both a theoretical framework and a practical approach to capturing the contemporary landscape of socio-economic transformation, with a particular focus on leadership. It introduces the author’s original model of transformational leadership, applicable at both the individual and organizational levels. The research models can serve as self-assessment tools for individuals and organizations seeking to align their leadership practices with externally validated measures. These tools aim to evaluate the extent to which leadership practices are truly transformational. In addition, they provide insights into digital, transformational, and organizational maturity, defined as the capacity to lead effectively in dynamic and rapidly evolving social and institutional environments. The book offers a comprehensive overview of contemporary scientific perspectives on leadership, guiding readers through the diversity of existing theories and frameworks. It also addresses the conceptual ambiguities and terminological inconsistencies that often hinder a clear understanding of leadership as a construct. The central argument of the book is that transformational leadership, underpinned by a high degree of organizational maturity, represents the most viable strategy for successfully navigating the ongoing socio-economic transformations driven by technological innovation.
Chapters 1 adn 2 of this book are freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC BY-NC-ND) 4.0 license.
By:
Paweł Poszytek
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions:
Height: 229mm,
Width: 152mm,
Weight: 520g
ISBN: 9781041120346
ISBN 10: 1041120346
Series: Routledge Studies in Leadership Research
Pages: 174
Publication Date: 14 October 2025
Audience:
College/higher education
,
Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Introduction Chapter 1: Leadership revisited: towards transformational leadership Chapter 2: Why do we need great leaders and why should they be transformational? Chapter 3: What is a transformational maturity of individual leaders and how to measure it? Chapter 4: What is a digital, transformational and organizational maturity of companies and how to measure it? Chapter 5: Digital, transformational and organizational maturity of companies in a broader context – a comparative attempt Conclusion
Paweł Poszytek is Associate Professor of Management and International Relations at WSB University, Poland.
Reviews for Transformational Leadership and Organizational Maturity in the Digital Era: Theories, Models, and Practices
“This is fascinating reading. The calm argument is organized by questions that are as topical as fundamental. The concept of transformational leadership is embedded in the traditional considerations on the nature of leadership in the systemic aspect against the background of a multidimensional transformation of the company's environment. The author breaks down the transformational maturity of leaders into its first elements and then applies the conclusions to the functioning of companies in various cultural contexts. The main line is supplemented with appendices of very high practical value.” Prof. Tomasz Szapiro, PhD, former Rector of SGH Warsaw School of Economics “This book is a thorough analysis of what leadership should be today and a fascinating trip through its various manifestations. It is an important voice in the discussion in the field of both organizational studies and international relations studies during turbulent times when the quality of leadership on different levels may be decisive for our civilizational survival.” Prof. Alojzy Nowak, PhD, Rector of University of Warsaw “Dr. Paweł Poszytek’s ‘Transformational Leadership and Organizational Maturity in the Digital Era’ offers a timely and essential roadmap for navigating organizational change through self-aware, adaptive, and ethically grounded leadership. Bridging theoretical rigor with actionable strategies, the book explores how transformational leadership fosters digital readiness, cultural evolution, and sustainable growth. With clarity and depth, Poszytek charts a compelling path toward leadership maturity and organizational resilience in an era of perpetual disruption.” Prof. Nagib Callaos, Founding President of International Institute of Informatics and Systemics
