Nawrs Kamil Wanas (1)
General Background: Leadership plays a central role in shaping organizational behavior and fostering innovation in dynamic work environments. Specific Background: Super-leadership and conflict management are increasingly recognized as critical factors in promoting a culture of innovation within organizations. Knowledge Gap: However, the interaction between super-leadership, conflict management, and organizational innovation has not been sufficiently examined in an integrated framework. Aims: This study aims to analyze the relationship between super-leadership and organizational innovation and to examine the role of conflict management in this relationship. Results: The findings indicate that super-leadership is positively associated with organizational innovation, while conflict management contributes to strengthening this relationship through effective handling of workplace disagreements. Novelty: The study provides an integrated perspective by linking leadership style and conflict management as complementary factors in fostering innovation. Implications: The results highlight the importance of leadership approaches that empower employees and manage conflict constructively to support organizational innovation and performance.
Keywords: Super Leadership, Conflict Management, Organizational Innovation, Leadership Style, Workplace Dynamics
Key Findings Highlights
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