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Aida Mehrad

C3S Business School, Spain

Presentation Title:

Exploring the Impact of Leadership Styles and Organisational Support on Work Engagement in the Modern Workplace

Abstract

This study thoroughly examines the interconnectedness of leadership and its styles, work engagement, and organisational support to elucidate their combined impact on employee performance and organisational outcomes. It demonstrates how transformational and transactional leadership styles influence employee work engagement levels. The study affirms that robust organisational support mechanisms, such as professional development opportunities, recognition programs, and effective communication channels, significantly enhance employee engagement by reinforcing the positive effects of adaptive leadership. It concludes that a cohesive approach, integrating supportive organisational policies with dynamic leadership, is imperative for optimising work engagement and driving sustainable organisational success. These robust insights offer actionable implications for managerial practices, and organisational development strategies focused on nurturing a high-performing and engaged workforce.

Biography

Aida Mehrad is a distinguished specialist in Psychology with a remarkable focus on social psychology, health, and organizational behavior. She is highly knowledgeable in various domains, including Conflict Management Styles, Leadership Styles, Organizational Support, Work Engagement, Job Satisfaction, Emotional Intelligence, Personality Factors, Self-Efficacy, and Job Burnout. Dr. Mehrad's academic credentials are exceptional, holding two PhDs—one in health and organizational behavior and another in social psychology. Additionally, she possesses a master's degree in General Psychology. With 14 years of national and international teaching experience, Dr. Mehrad has significantly contributed to academia and practice. Her career also encompasses extensive work as a psychologist, providing therapy and counseling services. She is a prolific researcher, having published till now 55 research papers in psychology and social science and authored five books on motivation and personal empowerment. Dr. Mehrad's comprehensive expertise and dedication make her a prominent figure in her field