The impact of transformational, transactional, laissez-faire leadership styles, recognition & rewards, and work environment towards employee retention: A case study of Reyes Barbecue

• Main Authors: Guevara, Joaquin Francisco F., Magcase, Rafael Francis F., Recto, Sofia Maria Concepcion S., Toribio, Monica Ysabel V.
• Format: text
• Language: English
• Published: Animo Repository 2023
• Subjects: Leadership; Employee retention; Human Resources Management
• Online Access: https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etdb_dsi/168; https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/context/etdb_dsi/article/1184/viewcontent/The_Impact2_of_Transformational_Transactional_Laissez_faire_Lead_Redacted.pdf
• Institution: De La Salle University

Transformational, transactional, laissez-faire leadership styles, rewards & recognition, and work environment are all factors of employee retention, as seen in the literature review of this research. This research aimed to study the impact of the aforementioned variables towards the employee retention of Reyes Barbecue service crew employees. It was conducted through a mixed method design in which the researchers analyzed through a multiple linear regression model and pattern matching. Through this, the research study revealed that the variables which give the most impact to employee retention of Reyes Barbecue are the transactional and laissez-faire leadership styles. Recommendations include training & seminars, career development program, and using a mix of leadership styles, among others. Keywords: Transformational Leadership Style, Transactional Leadership Style, Laissez-faire Leadership Style, Rewards & Recognition, Work Environment, Employee Retention.