Leader Readiness in Facing the Challenges of a VUCA Business Environment: Case Study of Generation Z

Ardi Ardi; Yohana Fransisca Cahya Palupi Meilani; Margaretha Pink Berlianto

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Leader Readiness in Facing the Challenges of a VUCA Business Environment: Case Study of Generation Z

Ardi Ardi^*

, Yohana Fransisca Cahya Palupi Meilani

, Margaretha Pink Berlianto

Published in European Business & Management (Volume 10, Issue 1)

Received: 7 March 2024 Accepted: 21 March 2024 Published: 2 April 2024

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The research aims to identify whether leadership in various styles contexts such as entrepreneurship, empowering, operational, and architectural leadership impacts Generation Z's ability to deal with volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity (VUCA) in their work environment. The research method in this study is a literature review to identify dimensions of the competence of Generation Z in the four leadership styles in the VUCA context. The results of this literature review research indicate that empowering leadership plays a significant role in strengthening the skills of VUCA Generation Z. This approach encourages delegation of authority, supports development skills, and empowers Generation Z individuals to interact effectively within a VUCA environment filled with uncertainty and complexity. Apart from that, entrepreneurial leadership has also been proven to impact the abilities of VUCA Generation Z with a focus on innovation, controlled risk-taking, and exploration of new opportunities. Operational leadership emphasizes efficiency and orderliness and positively contributes to Generation Z's VUCA skills, although the VUCA environment is often uncertain. Lastly, architectural leadership focusing on organizational design and strategic vision helps Generation Z individuals understand the big vision and adapt to changes in the context. The implication is that by integrating these four leadership philosophies into the analysis, the study will aid in gaining a more accurate understanding of Generation Z's mentality. Organizations can be better equipped to handle the difficulties of the volatile and uncertain business climate by learning about the traits and expectations of Generation Z and cultivating the right kind of leadership. The mindset of Generation Z can be better understood. In addition, Generation Z must arm themselves with greater creativity and innovation to meet the challenges of an increasingly complicated business environment.

Published in	European Business & Management (Volume 10, Issue 1)
DOI	10.11648/j.ebm.20241001.12
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Generation Z, VUCA, Empowering Leadership, Entrepreneurial Leadership, Operational Leadership, Architectural Leadership

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Master of Management, University Pelita Harapan, Jakarta, Indonesia

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