How transactional and transformational leadership styles impact employee innovative behavior

Jacqueline Mayrdorfer

• Publisher: GRIN Verlag
• Year: 2023
• Edition: 1
• eBook ISBN:
  9783346966476
• Topic: Business
• Subtopic: Human Resource Management
• Index: Business

Seminar paper from the year 2023 in the subject Leadership and Human Resources - Management Styles, grade: 1,3, University of applied Sciences Regensburg (Betriebswirtschaft), course: International Business Administration, language: English, abstract: Imagine a workplace where innovation flourishes, driven by leaders who understand the delicate balance between structure and inspiration. But what if the key to unlocking employee innovative behavior (EIB) lies not in choosing one leadership style over another, but in artfully combining them? This book dares to explore the synergistic potential of transactional and transformational leadership, dissecting how these seemingly disparate approaches can be harmonized to cultivate a culture of ingenuity. Through a rigorous analysis of existing research, this exploration uncovers the nuances of each leadership style, revealing their individual impacts – both anticipated and observed – on employee-driven innovation. Venture into the dynamics of material rewards, verbal recognition, and contingent sanctions, and discover how these transactional elements intertwine with the visionary and motivational aspects of transformational leadership. Are you ready to delve into the core of organizational innovation and discover the leadership alchemy that sparks groundbreaking ideas? This book provides invaluable insights for leaders in both private and public sector organizations, offering a practical guide to fostering EIB by strategically blending transactional and transformational leadership techniques. Explore real-world examples and case studies that illuminate the path to creating a high-performing, innovative workforce. Uncover the secrets to maximizing employee engagement, driving organizational growth, and achieving sustainable competitive advantage through effective leadership. Keywords: Transactional leadership, transformational leadership, employee innovative behavior (EIB), innovation, organizational innovation, public sector innovation, private sector innovation, leadership styles, material rewards, verbal rewards, contingent sanctions, ambidextrous leadership, exploitative innovation, exploratory innovation, European organizations. Discover the power of combined leadership and unlock the innovative potential within your team.