The Role of Leadership Approaches in Driving Innovation Performance within the Oil Manufacturing Sector

In an increasingly competitive global environment, organizations are under pressure to adopt strategies that enhance innovation performance and sustain long-term growth. Leadership approaches are particularly critical, as leaders shape organizational culture, serve as role models, and directly influence employee engagement and innovative behaviour. Within the oil manufacturing sector, where innovation is vital for maintaining competitiveness, leadership strategies can act as key drivers of organizational success.
This study investigates the relationship between leadership approaches and innovation performance in the oil manufacturing industry. Using a purposive sampling method, data were collected from 103 subordinate staff through a structured questionnaire designed to capture perceptions of leadership behaviours and their impact on innovation. The data were analysed quantitatively to assess the strength and significance of these relationships.
The findings reveal a significant positive association between leadership approaches and innovation performance, confirming that effective leadership strategies foster greater innovative capacity within organizations. These results highlight the importance of cultivating leaders who demonstrate vision, role-model behaviours, and supportive practices to drive innovation outcomes. The study contributes to the growing body of literature on leadership and innovation, while offering practical implications for managers and policymakers seeking to design leadership development programs that enhance organizational innovation performance in the industrial sector.

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