Impact of Leadership Styles on Employees’ Performance: An Empirical Investigation of Middle-Level Employees

Abstract

Leadership styles play a significant role in shaping the behaviour, motivation, and productivity of employees, particularly at the middle management level. Transformational leaders inspire and motivate employees, encouraging them to exceed expectations and achieve higher levels of performance. Transactional leaders focus on setting clear goals, providing rewards and punishments based on performance, and maintaining the status quo. Laissez-faire leaders adopt a hands-off approach, giving employees a high level of autonomy and decision-making power. The choice of leadership style can significantly impact middle-level employees' performance indicators, including productivity, job satisfaction, and motivation. This study presents essential inputs for organizations to effectively manage and optimize the potential of their middle-level employees, ultimately contributing to overall organizational success.