Leadership and performance of Millennial generation in Brazilian companies (original) (raw)

Management Research: Journal of the Iberoamerican Academy of Management

Abstract

Purpose The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of the relationship between leadership and engagement on the individual performance of Millennial generation professionals. Design/methodology/approach A survey was carried out with higher education business school students in Brazil. The sampling procedure involved a convenience selection of Millennial generation professionals who are employed and have recently undergone a performance evaluation process. The professionals answered a questionnaire about their perception of an empowering and directive leader, engagement, human resource practices and performance. Findings The authors demonstrated the potential of leaders to generate engagement and influence performance, showing the need for companies to become involved in the leadership process by defining appropriate leader profiles and establishing clear practices and criteria for their actions with regard to Millennial generation. Practical implications The potential of emp...

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