Investigating which Leadership style results positive Authors
Aatish Rane - Master’s In Business
impacts on productivity of employees in India. Administration Aoide Mac Cana - Supervisor/
Mentor
Student Id - 10634310
This study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining surveys and structured
Affiliations
interviews, to investigate the relationship between leadership styles and employee I want to express my deep gratitude to those who
productivity in India's varied workplaces. It seeks to capture a comprehensive view of contributed significantly to this project. Foremost, I extend
heartfelt thanks to my mentor, Aoife Mac Cana, for her
leadership dynamics within the diverse Indian context, aiming to offer actionable unwavering guidance and expertise. I also acknowledge
insights for boosting worker productivity in a rapidly changing professional Dublin Business School for providing essential resources.
These elements have been instrumental in shaping this
environment. work.
Literature Review
1.Leadership Styles in India: The study highlights the impact of transformational,
participative, and ethical leadership styles on employee productivity and well-being.
Each style aligns with various aspects of Indian culture and workplace dynamics. For
instance, transformational leadership is seen as effective due to its visionary nature
and alignment with India's respect for authority.
2.Employee Productivity and Well-Being: The research found that transformational
and participative leadership styles are linked to higher levels of employee
engagement, job satisfaction, and productivity. Ethical leadership fosters an
environment of trust and fairness, leading to improved mental well-being and job
satisfaction.
Objective
I. Systematically analyze the correlation between Methodology Results
leadership styles and employee productivity in The framework identifies effective
Indian workplaces. II. Identify specific leadership leadership styles (transformational,
styles that positively impact motivation, participative, ethical) in Indian workplaces,
engagement, and overall productivity. III. Provide offers practical insights for leaders, tailors
practical insights for organizational leaders in recommendations to the unique cultural
India. IV. Tailor recommendations to align with the context, and promotes productive,
unique cultural and professional landscape of harmonious work environments through
Indian workplaces. V. Foster a more productive and employee engagement and continuous
harmonious work environment through effective improvement.
leadership practices
Quantitative Analys is
Qualatative Analys is 1. Transformational Leadership: Highly
1. Motivation and Engagement: Survey reveals 12.5% effective in motivating
lack motivation. teams through vision and charisma.
2. Leadership Styles: Transformational and participative styles 2. Participative Leadership: Focuses on involving
dominate interviews.
team members in decision-making.
3. Ethical Leadership: Key theme in interviews, emphasizing
3. Ethical Leadership: Stresses honesty and integrity
honesty, integrity, and transparency.
in leadership. 4.Delegative Leadership: Employs
4. Conflict Resolution: Leaders prioritize open communication and
collaboration. a hands-off approach with delegated decision-
5. Employee Motivation: Recognizing achievements and growth making.
opportunities is vital. 5. Employee Engagement: A 12.5% disengagement
6. Adaptability: Leaders adjust styles for specific needs. rate amongeffective,
viewed as moderately employeesindicating
suggests apotential
need for for
7. Productivity Assessment: Measurable metrics and feedback for enhancement. better leadership.
evaluation. 7.Perception
6. Communication
of Being Leadership and ethical
Valued: Transformational
Effectiveness:
communication
leadership styles are most effective in making employees feel
appreciated
Conclusion Reference
Onesti, G. (2023) ‘Exploring the Impact of Leadership
The study concludes that transformational, Styles, Ethical Behavior, and Organizational
participative, and ethical leadership styles Identification on Workers’ Well-Being’, Administrative
Sciences (2076- 3387), 13(6), p. 149.
significantly enhance employee productivity doi:10.3390/admsci13060149
and well-being in India, aligning with
Bendersky, A. (2023). 3 Leadership Styles in Indian
cultural values and organizational goals.
Business: Which Is Best for You? Discover how autocratic,
democratic, and laissez-faire leadership styles are
applied in diverse businesses across India.https://
www.salesforce.com/in/blog/3-common- leadership-
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