Objective -
The purpose of this paper is to conduct a systematic review of the leadership style practiced by leaders in small and medium-sized enterprises.
Methodology/Technique -
Following the protocol guidance known as the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) flowchart, a total of six articles were reviewed and analysed after meeting inclusion criteria and being deemed relevant to the goals of this paper.
Findings -
The results of the study suggested that the leadership styles of leaders in the context of small and medium enterprises are based on the following elements: 1) the background of an organization; 2) the characteristics of the leader; 3) the relationship between leader and followers; and 4) the position of the followers.
Novelty -
This paper contributes to the knowledge on leadership style in general, specifically in the context of small and medium-sized enterprises.
Type of Paper -
Review.
Keywords:
Leader; leadership style; PRISMA; small and medium-sized enterprises; systematic literature review.
JEL Classification:
L20, L29.
URI:
http://gatrenterprise.com/GATRJournals/JMMR/vol6.3_2.html
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.35609/jmmr.2021.6.3(2)
Pages
158 – 166