Meaningful leadership and sustainable HRM: catalysts for follower calling – a moderated mediational model

What is it about?

This study aims to understand how employees can find their work fulfilling and meaningful. The researchers believe that two important factors can contribute to this: meaningful leadership and sustainable human resource management practices. Meaningful leadership refers to leaders who inspire and guide their employees in a way that makes their work feel significant and purposeful. These leaders communicate the importance of the work and set a positive example for their team. Sustainable human resource management (HRM) practices involve creating a work environment that supports employees' well-being, growth, and development. It includes things like providing fair compensation, opportunities for learning and advancement, and a supportive work culture. The researchers propose that when leaders demonstrate meaningful leadership and organizations implement sustainable HRM practices, employees are more likely to feel a sense of calling in their work. Calling refers to a deep sense of personal fulfillment and a belief that one's work is meaningful and aligned with their values and interests. The study also suggests that the experience of meaningful work itself can influence the relationship between leadership and calling. In other words, when employees find their work inherently meaningful, it can further enhance the positive impact of meaningful leadership and sustainable HRM practices. By investigating these factors, the study aims to provide insights into how organizations can create a work environment that fosters a sense of purpose and fulfillment for their employees.

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