A influência dos estilos de liderança na perceção do salário emocional e na retenção de talentos nas organizações

Filipa Catarina Reis Crespo (Student)

Student thesis: Master's Thesis

Abstract

Talent retention has become one of the greatest challenges for contemporary organizations, and factors such as leadership styles and emotional salary play a crucial role in this process. The concept of emotional salary goes beyond traditional financial compensation, encompassing a set of non-monetary benefits, such as flexibility, recognition, and emotional well-being, which are essential for employee motivation and satisfaction. Simultaneously, leadership styles, particularly those that foster a positive work environment and adapt to the needs of teams, are key determinants of organizational commitment and talent retention. This dissertation explores the interconnection between leadership styles and emotional salary, analyzing their impact on talent retention within organizations. Surveys were conducted with 145 employees, complemented by interviews with organizational leaders, including the CEO of Doutor Finanças, Rui Bairrada. The findings indicate that the appreciation of emotional salary and the practice of inclusive and flexible leadership styles are positively correlated with employee loyalty and commitment, proving to be crucial for talent retention. This study demonstrates that organizations that balance emotional recognition practices with adaptive leadership are better positioned to retain talent in competitive and constantly changing environments.