Abstract
Purpose
This paper aims to review the latest management developments across the globe and pinpoint practical implications from cutting-edge research and case studies.
Design/methodology/approach
This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context.
Findings
A study of healthcare employees in Saudi Arabia revealed the harmful effects of dysfunctional leadership behaviors. These included abusive behavior, marginalizing others, engaging in favoritism and degrading employees. The behaviors made employees leave their jobs, feel alienated at work, reduced their commitment and often created serious psychological and physical problems.
Originality/value
The briefing saves busy executives, strategists and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.
Subject
Organizational Behavior and Human Resource Management