Leadership Styles and Roles in Navigating Current Creativity: A Systematic Literature Review From 2019-2023

Abstract

In today's world, characterized by its ever-changing, unpredictable nature, and complex challenges, creativity emerges as a pivotal solution. This study presents a systematic literature review on the significant leadership styles and roles play in enhancing creativity in organizations. The full range of Scopus journals were surveyed from 2019 till 2023 and a total of 13 research articles were selected for further analysis. The findings reveal that Indonesia was the country where the most studies were conducted, followed by China, Spain and cross countries. This study also reveals that transformational leadership was the most studied leadership although there were other leadership styles contributing to enhance employee creativity. A balanced approach to leadership, incorporating various leadership styles and roles, is instrumental in fostering a dynamic and effective organizational environment. In this study, we provide leadership styles and its roles in the creative current. This research contributes valuable insights into the relationship between leadership and creativity, providing a foundation for future studies. By offering a comprehensive overview of leadership styles and their roles in the creative process, it aims to guide organizations in fostering innovation and adaptability.