Validating effective managerial behaviors for the hospitality industry
International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management
ISSN: 0959-6119
Article publication date: 20 March 2020
Issue publication date: 20 March 2020
Abstract
Purpose
This paper aims to examine the validity of the Managerial Practices Survey (MPS). Despite voluminous work on leadership styles, few studies have examined the specific behaviors of effective leaders in the hospitality industry.
Design/methodology/approach
Data were collected from two different samples through surveys to assess the construct validity of the MPS in the hospitality industry.
Findings
The proposed four meta-category and 18 component behavior MPS framework fit the data well and both the meta-categories and component behaviors were predictive of leadership effectiveness.
Practical implications
While meta-categories may be conceptually and theoretically relevant, component leadership behaviors are more useful for applied uses, such as leadership development. When behaviors are assessed at the component level, leaders can be provided with feedback and coaching on the specific actions they can take to improve their decision-making and problem-solving capabilities and ultimately become more effective leaders.
Originality/value
This research provides a validation of the MPS and useful insights for which behaviors are most useful for managers in hospitality contexts.
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Citation
Michel, J.W., Tews, M.J. and Tracey, J.B. (2020), "Validating effective managerial behaviors for the hospitality industry", International Journal of Contemporary Hospitality Management, Vol. 32 No. 6, pp. 2175-2193. https://doi.org/10.1108/IJCHM-07-2019-0620
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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