THE INFLUENCE OF CHARISMATIC LEADERSHIP ON MOTIVATION LEVELS AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS

AUTHOR – R. THAMARAI SELVAN* & DR. S. MARUTHAVIJAYAN**

* STUDENT AT SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE IN LAW, TNDALU

** ASSISTANT PROFESSOR AT SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE IN LAW TNDALU

BEST CITATION – R. THAMARAI SELVAN & DR. S. MARUTHAVIJAYAN, THE INFLUENCE OF CHARISMATIC LEADERSHIP ON MOTIVATION LEVELS AMONG COLLEGE STUDENTS, ILE MULTIDISCIPLINARY JOURNAL, 4 (2) OF 2025, PG. 560-585, APIS – 3920-0007 | ISSN – 2583-7230.

ABSTRACT

This research looks at how charismatic leadership affects the motivation of college students in various academic fields. A structured Google Form survey collected data from about seventy-five respondents aged 17 to 23 and older. The analysis shows that most participants have taken part in team activities and believe a leader’s charisma and interpersonal style greatly affect their motivation and team performance. The leadership qualities that respondents found most inspiring include confidence, effective communication, empathy, approachability, and the ability to share a compelling vision. Respondents also preferred leaders who are dynamic and supportive, indicating that emotional intelligence and personal connection matter more than positional authority. Overall, the findings suggest a positive link between charismatic leadership and better motivation, communication, and cooperation in academic group settings. The study highlights the need to develop charismatic and emotionally intelligent qualities in student leaders to encourage engagement, teamwork, and growth within institutions.

Key Words:  Charismatic Leadership, Student Motivation, Team Dynamics, Emotional Intelligence,