Does leader gratitude expression promote followers’ identification and OCB? gratitude initiatives matter

Key Points

• Gratitude initiatives enhance followers' identification with leaders, increasing their motivation and engagement.
• Observational analysis indicates that higher gratitude expression leads to a notable increase in organizational citizenship behavior among followers.
• The influence of leader gratitude expression on followers' attitudes was assessed through qualitative feedback and behavioral observations.
• Supportive leader behaviors, like gratitude expression, may foster a positive work environment, but further studies are needed for broader implications.