The Influence of a Sustainable Organizational Culture and Green HRM Initiatives on Generation Z's Engagement, Retention, and Job Performance
Keywords:
Green Human Resource Management; sustainable organizational culture; Generation Z; hospitality industry; employee retentionAbstract
This study explores how Green Human Resource Management (GHRM) practices and a sustainable organizational culture influence engagement, retention, and performance among Generation Z employees in the hospitality industry. A systematic review of 25 reputable international studies reveals that green training most strongly affects engagement, while green performance management drives performance. Sustainable organizational culture mediates these relationships and enhances the overall impact of GHRM. Applying the Ability-Motivation-Opportunity (AMO) theory alongside organizational culture and generational theory, the study provides practical implications for HR leaders to enhance Gen Z workforce management through integrated sustainability-oriented HR strategies
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