Title: A Study of the Leadership Styles and Their Impact on Employee Performance
Author: Henri Samuli Märsylä
Advisor: ดร.วรางค์รัตน์ นิติวนะกุล – Dr.Warangrat Nitiwannakul
Degree: Master of Business Administration
Major: General Management
Faculty: บัณฑิตวิทยาลัย (Graduate School)
Academic year: 2567 (2024)
Published: The 1st Thailand-Sino International Conference and The 17th National and International Academic Conference “New Quality Productive Forces and Sustainable Innovation” 14-16 November 2024 (pp.41-52) Click PDF
Abstract
This research investigates the impact of different leadership styles—autocratic, demo-cratic, and laissez-faire—on employee performance, focusing on the mediating role of employee satisfaction. The study highlighted the pivotal role of leadership styles in shaping the work environment and influencing employee attitudes and behaviors. It outlined how autocratic, democratic, and laissez-faire leadership styles uniquely impact organizational dynamics and employee outcomes. Through in-depth interviews, data were gathered from 20 office workers of diverse range of industries. The analysis revealed significant relationship between leadership styles and employee performance. Democratic leadership showed the most substantial positive impact on employee satisfaction and performance, while autocratic leadership had a negative effect. By adopting effective leadership styles, organizations can create a positive work environment that enhances employee satisfaction and drives the overall performance. Future research is encouraged to explore longitudinal studies and additional contextual variables for a more comprehensive understanding of these leadership styles.
Keywords: leadership styles, employee performance, employee satisfaction
A Study of the Leadership Styles and Their Impact on Employee Performance
6417192002 Henri Samuli Märsylä. 2567 (2024). A Study of the Leadership Styles and Their Impact on Employee Performance. สารนิพนธ์ (Independent Study), Advisor: ดร.วรางค์รัตน์ นิติวนะกุล – Dr.Warangrat Nitiwannakul, ปริญญาโท (Master’s Degree), บัณฑิตวิทยาลัย (Graduate School), บริหารธุรกิจมหาบัณฑิต (บธ.ม.) – Master of Business Administration, การจัดการทั่วไป – General Management, Bangkok: Siam University