A Study on the Influence of Team Dynamics and Transformational Leadership on Employee Engagement among Gen Z Professionals in Bangalore

This study examines the impact of transformational leadership and team dynamics on employee engagement among

Generation Z professionals in Bangalore. Generation Z, born from the mid-1990s to early 2010s, represents a unique workforce

cohort characterized by digital nativeness, ambition, entrepreneurial spirit, and a preference for meaningful, flexible work

environments. Despite growing interest in leadership and employee engagement, limited research has focused on how

transformational leadership influences this demographic in Indian metropolitan contexts. Using a quantitative research

approach, data were collected through online surveys and analysed via structural equation modelling to explore the relationships

between transformational leadership, team dynamics, and employee engagement. The findings reveal that transformational

leadership significantly enhances employee engagement, accounting for a substantial portion of engagement variance. On the

other hand, team dynamics showed minimal influence on engagement levels. The study highlights the importance of

transformational leaders who motivate, inspire, and offer individualized support to Gen Z employees, fostering higher

engagement and commitment. Limitations include the cross-sectional design and focus on a single city, suggesting the need for

longitudinal and broader demographic studies. The research contributes to the HR field by providing evidence-based insights

and strategies for effectively engaging Gen Z professionals in the workplace, ultimately aiming to improve organizational

performance