The Role of Charismatic Leadership in Change Management Using Kurt Lewin's Three Stage Model

Abstract

Kurt Lewin'sThree Stage Change Model has long been used by many organization during periods that require change. On the other hand, a lot has been researched and written about the powerful effects of charismatic leadership on organizational performance. This article is a narrative review seeking to establish whether charismatic leadership can influence positively the process of change in particular whether charismatic leadership can be incorporated as a change enhancer in the Kurt Lewin's Three Stage Change Model. The research found out that indeed charismatic leadership can be incorporated in the Kurt Lewin's Three Stage Change Model to enhance the change process. Finally, the research gives some conclusions and recommendations which will be helpful to both practioners and researchers.