Health-Promoting Leadership Interventions

Abstract

The research aims to explore, identify, and describe employees’ perceptions of health-promoting leadership (HPL) interventions within Professional Service Firms (PSFs) in Poland. This ongoing exploratory study involves full-time employees from diverse PSFs. Employing reflexive thematic analysis, the study delves into participants' beliefs and perceptions, shedding light on the nuanced landscape of HPL in PSFs. Initial analysis, based on semi-structured interviews with experienced professionals, unveils key themes: 1) activity dimensions – comprising physical activities, mental-health, and healthcare; 2) strategy object – underlying genuine commitment to employee well-being or part of marketing strategies and corporate social responsibility initiatives; 3) directions of spread – top-down and bottom-up interventions; converging into the global theme (Practice comprehensiveness). Ongoing data collection ensures a comprehensive exploration of this under-researched domain. The research findings expand knowledge on the perception of the HPL concept. The study is a starting point for capitalizing on health-promoting leadership development in the business environment in Poland. It seeks to address gaps in understanding HPL, emphasizing its context-dependent nature. By examining HPL practice, the study aims to contribute valuable insights to the broader discourse on workplace health promotion and leadership effectiveness within the unique context of PSFs in Poland.