Published Online:October 2025
Product Name:The IUP Journal of Organizational Behavior
Product Type:Article
Product Code:IJOB031025
DOI:10.71329/IUPJOB/2025.24.4.61-91
Author Name:Sonia Elizebeth Thomas
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Subject/Domain:Management
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Pages:61-91
This study seeks to examine the role of emotional intelligence (EI) in shaping effective leadership styles within the IT industry in Kochi, Kerala. Using a quantitative research design, data were collected from 197 IT professionals through a structured questionnaire comprising the Wong and Law Emotional Intelligence Scale (WLEIS) and the Multifactor Leadership Questionnaire (MLQ). Statistical analyses, including correlation and regression techniques, were employed to explore the relationship between EI and leadership styles. The findings indicate a significant positive relationship between emotional intelligence and transformational leadership, suggesting that leaders who demonstrate higher emotional competencies are more likely to engage, inspire, and motivate their teams effectively. This study bridges a gap in research within the IT sector in Kerala and provides practical insights for managers aiming to enhance leadership effectiveness through the strategic application of EI.
One of the widely discussed topics among HR practitioners is the concept of leadership and its role in the growth of any organization. There are many definitions and explanations for the concept of leadership. According to Liu et al. (2002), traditionally leaders were recognized on the basis of their orientation towards product and people management