Exploring the Influence of Green Human Resource Management on Risk Management: The Mediating Effect of Agile Leadership
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Green Human Resource Management (GHRM), Agile Leadership, Risk Management, Sustainability, OrganizationsAbstract
This study explores the relationship between Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practices, agile leadership, and organizational risk management. The study collected data from 501 managers in 130 businesses registered on the Amman Stock Exchange in Jordan. It used a questionnaire to gather information on their organization's GHRM practices, agile leadership style, and risk management strategies. SPSS and Amos were used to analyze the data. The results show that GHRM practices positively impact risk management, supporting previous research on the influence of GHRM on fostering sustainable practices in organizations. Furthermore, the study finds that the agile leadership style moderates the relationship between GHRM practices and risk management, highlighting the importance of leadership in increasing the efficiency of sustainable practices in organizations. The findings have implications for managers and policymakers, emphasizing the need for organizations to prioritize GHRM practices and cultivate agile leadership to improve their risk management strategies, expand their innovation skills, and encourage sustainable practices. Policymakers can also use the results to support sustainability efforts and urge businesses to follow good governance and risk management practices. The findings show the significance of agile leadership as a mediating variable and emphasize the relevance of organizations prioritizing GHRM practices to achieve sustainable results.
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