(1) Discuss some of the characteristics of the charismatic leader and components of the charismatic leadership process. (2) Briefly summarize the findings of Reading #32. (3) What are the individual and organizational effects that are seen as being associated with the presence of the transformational leader? Solution Charismatic leadership theory states that a charismatic leader inspires the followers by his personality traits and talents by creating an extraordinary impact on the followers. Characteristics of a charismatic leader are given below: Components of the charismatic leadership process include the following:.