Leading with integrity: illuminating the pathway to positive job outcomes through ethical leadership and CSR

Junaid Iqbal and Zahoor Ahmad Parray

Social Responsibility Journal, 2024, vol. 21, issue 2, 320-336

Abstract: Purpose - This paper aims to how ethical leadership influences innovative behavior and employee motivation, focusing on the mediating role of corporate social responsibility within the framework of social exchange theory (SET). Design/methodology/approach - Data were collected from 341 bank employees using convenience sampling, and hypotheses were rigorously tested with SPSS 22. Findings - The results highlight the significant impact of ethical leadership on enhancing both employee innovation and motivation, with corporate social responsibility initiatives playing a crucial mediating role. Originality/value - Drawing on SET, the research illustrates how ethical leadership fosters a reciprocal exchange environment, leading to deeper employee engagement and innovation driven by positive corporate social responsibility practices. By advancing theoretical understanding and providing practical insights, this study offers valuable guidance for organizations aiming to leverage ethical leadership and corporate social responsibility to cultivate a workforce that is both innovative and motivated.

Keywords: Ethical leadership; Innovative behavior; Employee motivation; Corporate social responsibility and social exchange theory (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.1108/SRJ-08-2023-0464

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