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Curvilinear Relationship between Ambidextrous Leadership and Employee Silence: Mediating Effects of Role Stress and Relational Energy

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  • M. Wu

    (SHNU - Shanghai Normal University)

  • R. Wang

    (SHNU - Shanghai Normal University)

  • C. Estay

    (Métis Lab EM Normandie - EM Normandie - École de Management de Normandie)

  • W. Shen

    (Zhejiang University [Hangzhou, China])

Abstract

Purpose: The purpose of this study is to explore the U-shaped relationship between ambidextrous leadership and employee silence by examining power distance orientation as a boundary condition and role stress and relational energy as mediators. Design/methodology/approach: The authors tested the theoretical model with 212 matched samples collected across three-wave-data from 21 companies and branches in China. Findings: Results revealed that ambidextrous leadership showed a U-shaped relationship with employee silence through role stress and relational energy. Moreover, the authors found that the curvilinear relationship was more significant for employees higher in power distance orientation. Practical implications: Organizations should be aware of the negative side of ambidextrous leadership as well as its stimulation on employee silence. The leaders should pay more attention to subordinates and judge whether they are under too much stress, as well as treat employees more cautiously in both work and non-work situations. Originality/value: This study provides a first step to the understanding of curvilinear influence of ambidextrous leadership through investigating the mediating effects of role stress and relational energy, and integrating the moderating role of power distance orientation in the process. © 2022, Emerald Publishing Limited.

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  • M. Wu & R. Wang & C. Estay & W. Shen, 2022. "Curvilinear Relationship between Ambidextrous Leadership and Employee Silence: Mediating Effects of Role Stress and Relational Energy," Post-Print hal-04452856, HAL.
    • Handle: RePEc:hal:journl:hal-04452856
    DOI: 10.1108/JMP-07-2021-0418
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