The Influence of Participative Leadership Style on Organizational Performance: A Case Study of The Central Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency in Tanzania

Abstract

Participative leadership is characterized by leaders involving employees in decision-making processes and valuing their input, has emerged as a critical factor in organizational effectiveness and success. This study investigates the influence of participative leadership style on organizational performance within the Central Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency (CCTTFA). Employing a quantitative research design, data were collected through structured questionnaires administered to a purposive sample of 20 employees, including senior management, department heads, and frontline staff. The research aimed to quantify participants' perceptions and experiences related to participative leadership practices and their impact on organizational performance. Data were analysed using multiple regression analysis to identify the relationship between participative leadership and organizational performance. Findings indicate a significant positive relationship between participative leadership practices and organizational performance metrics within the CCTTFA. Employees who perceived higher levels of participative leadership reported greater engagement, job satisfaction, and overall organizational effectiveness. Based on these findings, this study recommends that CCTTFA senior management and policymakers adopt participative leadership practices to enhance employee engagement and productivity.