Navigating Turnover Tides:

A Decade-long Meta-analysis of the Impact of Authentic Leadership on Employee Turnover Intentions (2011-2021)

Abstract

In the dynamic landscape of organizational behavior and management, understanding leadership styles’ impact on employee outcomes is crucial. This research delves into the relationship between Authentic Leadership and Turnover Intention through a comprehensive meta-analysis spanning a decade (2011-2021).The study, guided by PRISMA guidelines, amalgamates findings from 14 primary studies, revealing a nuanced and robust correlation. The negative overall correlation of -0.30 underscores Authentic Leadership’s protective influence against Turnover Intention. Reporting bias analysis, heterogeneity measures, and practical implications for organizations enhance the credibility of the findings. As organizations strive for talent retention, cultivating Authentic Leadership emerges as a strategic imperative.