Jim Jones was a transformational leader, which is “a leader who is able to instill in the members of the group a sense of mission or higher purpose.” (Chambliss & Eglitis 120). Because of his charisma and power, he was able to uplift and persuade the members of Peoples Temple in both good and bad ways. In most parts, the members were taught not to be selfish, care for each other but they were also very manipulated by his power gained through the leadership role in the organization. He was often playing “on the emotions of his followers” convincing them that he can heal them and create racial/income equality, which was the purpose of this organization. Eventually, the purpose changed to gaining power over the people instead of for the people.
