Greening the Hospitality Business: Leveraging Leadership and Green HRM Practices for Sustainable Success in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan

Abstract

Abstract

This study investigates the effect of leadership styles on green human resource management (HRM) practices in Pakistan's hospitality sector. It aims to assess the influence of transformational, visionary, ethical, and participative leadership styles on green HRM practices. Conducted across ten hotels with a sample of 226 employees, the study utilized a quantitative approach via questionnaires and Smart PLS-4 analysis. The study revealed that participative leadership style has the most significant positive effect on green human resource management practices, followed by transformational, visionary, and ethical leadership styles, in descending order of influence, suggesting their implementation could greatly benefit the sector. This study recommends and provides guidance for organizational leaders on motivating employees for environmentally sustainable practices, aiding in achieving green HRM objectives and broader environmental goals. It identifies leadership styles supportive of green initiatives, addressing policymakers' concerns. It offers detailed insights for formulating and implementing eco-friendly policies, while also suggesting future research directions.

     Keywords: leadership styles; green human resource management practices, hospitality sector