Generational Differences and Implicit Leadership Schemas in the Philippine Workforce

Purpose This study examined generational differences in traits and desired schemas of leaders among Filipino workers using the lens of the generational cohort theory. Design/methodology/approach This study utilized a sequential exploratory mixed-method approach. Phase One of the study utilized a qu...

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Main Authors: Salvosa, Helen C, Hechanova, Ma. Regina
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spelling ph-ateneo-arc.psychology-faculty-pubs-13112022-01-27T05:39:49Z Generational Differences and Implicit Leadership Schemas in the Philippine Workforce Salvosa, Helen C Hechanova, Ma. Regina Purpose This study examined generational differences in traits and desired schemas of leaders among Filipino workers using the lens of the generational cohort theory. Design/methodology/approach This study utilized a sequential exploratory mixed-method approach. Phase One of the study utilized a qualitative approach in eliciting perceived characteristics and leadership schemas. Phase Two utilized a quantitative approach utilizing a survey to test generational differences. Findings Cluster analysis of survey responses of 341 Filipino workers showed two generation cohorts – the political and technological generation. Respondents from the political generation characterized themselves as being work-centered, family-oriented, traditional, seasoned, decisive and multi-tasking. The political generation also believes that an ideal leader is someone who cares about people's welfare, delegates, and is able to control others. On the other hand, the technology generation described themselves as being tech-savvy, carefree, laid-back, proud, individualistic, self-centered, arrogant, energetic and adventurous. The technological generation views an ideal leader as someone who is responsible, provides clear instructions, listens, and recognizes people. Research limitations/implications The study focuses on Filipino workers and more studies in other countries are needed to establish generational differences in schemas. Practical implications The results have implications on the way that leaders are selected and developed especially in an increasingly diverse workforce. Social implications The results highlight the role of political, sociocultural events and technological trends that shape the traits and schemas of workers. Originality/value The study contributes to both generational studies as well as implicit leadership literature. The study highlights the value of examining the intersection of both culture and generation in the context of leadership. 2020-10-01T07:00:00Z text https://archium.ateneo.edu/psychology-faculty-pubs/312 https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/LODJ-08-2018-0314/full/html Psychology Department Faculty Publications Archīum Ateneo Filipino workers generational cohort theory generational differences generational diversity generation traits leadership schemas Developmental Psychology Industrial and Organizational Psychology Leadership Studies Personality and Social Contexts Psychology
institution Ateneo De Manila University
building Ateneo De Manila University Library
continent Asia
country Philippines
Philippines
content_provider Ateneo De Manila University Library
collection archium.Ateneo Institutional Repository
topic Filipino workers
generational cohort theory
generational differences
generational diversity
generation traits
leadership schemas
Developmental Psychology
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Leadership Studies
Personality and Social Contexts
Psychology
spellingShingle Filipino workers
generational cohort theory
generational differences
generational diversity
generation traits
leadership schemas
Developmental Psychology
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Leadership Studies
Personality and Social Contexts
Psychology
Salvosa, Helen C
Hechanova, Ma. Regina
Generational Differences and Implicit Leadership Schemas in the Philippine Workforce
description Purpose This study examined generational differences in traits and desired schemas of leaders among Filipino workers using the lens of the generational cohort theory. Design/methodology/approach This study utilized a sequential exploratory mixed-method approach. Phase One of the study utilized a qualitative approach in eliciting perceived characteristics and leadership schemas. Phase Two utilized a quantitative approach utilizing a survey to test generational differences. Findings Cluster analysis of survey responses of 341 Filipino workers showed two generation cohorts – the political and technological generation. Respondents from the political generation characterized themselves as being work-centered, family-oriented, traditional, seasoned, decisive and multi-tasking. The political generation also believes that an ideal leader is someone who cares about people's welfare, delegates, and is able to control others. On the other hand, the technology generation described themselves as being tech-savvy, carefree, laid-back, proud, individualistic, self-centered, arrogant, energetic and adventurous. The technological generation views an ideal leader as someone who is responsible, provides clear instructions, listens, and recognizes people. Research limitations/implications The study focuses on Filipino workers and more studies in other countries are needed to establish generational differences in schemas. Practical implications The results have implications on the way that leaders are selected and developed especially in an increasingly diverse workforce. Social implications The results highlight the role of political, sociocultural events and technological trends that shape the traits and schemas of workers. Originality/value The study contributes to both generational studies as well as implicit leadership literature. The study highlights the value of examining the intersection of both culture and generation in the context of leadership.
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author Salvosa, Helen C
Hechanova, Ma. Regina
author_facet Salvosa, Helen C
Hechanova, Ma. Regina
author_sort Salvosa, Helen C
title Generational Differences and Implicit Leadership Schemas in the Philippine Workforce
title_short Generational Differences and Implicit Leadership Schemas in the Philippine Workforce
title_full Generational Differences and Implicit Leadership Schemas in the Philippine Workforce
title_fullStr Generational Differences and Implicit Leadership Schemas in the Philippine Workforce
title_full_unstemmed Generational Differences and Implicit Leadership Schemas in the Philippine Workforce
title_sort generational differences and implicit leadership schemas in the philippine workforce
publisher Archīum Ateneo
publishDate 2020
url https://archium.ateneo.edu/psychology-faculty-pubs/312
https://www.emerald.com/insight/content/doi/10.1108/LODJ-08-2018-0314/full/html
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