When followers want to believe leaders have the ability to make a difference and attribute qualities to them they really don't possess, they are experiencing ________.

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The "romance of leadership" refers to the tendency of followers to attribute heroic or extraordinary leadership abilities to an individual, often exaggerating their capabilities and attributing organizational outcomes directly to the leader's actions, regardless of the actual influence the leader had. This phenomenon highlights how followers can idealize leaders, sometimes beyond their actual abilities or achievements.

When Followers Want to Believe Leaders Have the Ability to Make