Exploring the influence of green inclusive leadership on green creativity: examining the underlying mechanisms
Leadership & Organization Development Journal
ISSN: 0143-7739
Article publication date: 15 November 2024
Abstract
Purpose
This study aims to explore the impact of green inclusive leadership (GIL) on green creativity (GCRY) within the context of higher education institutions (HEIs) in China. Specifically, it aims to examine the mediating roles of green intrinsic motivation (GIM), environmental knowledge (EK) and green thinking (GT) according to the componential theory of creativity (CTC).
Design/methodology/approach
The study employed a series of questionnaire surveys to collect data at three different time points from various sources. A total of 583 leader-faculty matched samples were obtained from two universities in China. The hypothesized relationships were tested using PROCESS macro in SPSS.
Findings
The findings indicate a beneficial influence of GIL on GCRY, mediated by GIM, EK and GT. Noteworthy interaction effects were observed, with GIM fostering EK and GT, and EK laying the groundwork for GT.
Practical implications
This research contributes to the existing literature by confirming the implementation of GIL and supporting the CTC, offering insights into the motivational processes driving GCRY and with practical implications discussed for the effective management of GIL and GCRY in higher education settings.
Originality/value
The novelty of this research model lies in its operationalization of environmental sustainability within the CTC. This study is the initial investigation highlighting the role of GIL in fostering GCRY within HEIs. The key contribution of the study is the investigation of GIM, EK and GT as potential mediators in the relationship between GIL and GCRY. This expands the theoretical boundaries of the CTC framework.
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Acknowledgements
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Loren for meticulously proofreading and editing the English sections of this paper, and to Dr Huang and Prof. Wu for their valuable guidance on the Methods section during its revision.
Citation
Liu, J.-X. (2024), "Exploring the influence of green inclusive leadership on green creativity: examining the underlying mechanisms", Leadership & Organization Development Journal, Vol. ahead-of-print No. ahead-of-print. https://doi.org/10.1108/LODJ-05-2024-0320
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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