Leadership dynamics in sustainable sport organizations

Abstract

Navigating the relationship between competitive achievement and sustainability in sports organizations calls for creative leadership strategies. This study explores how shared and transformational leadership styles can impact the sports industry's adoption of sustainable practices. The sports industry faces distinct obstacles due to its high-profile nature and intense competition. Through applying theories from relational and functional leadership, the research highlights the significance of visionary leadership, adaptation, and stakeholder involvement in attaining sustainability objectives. The results indicate that executives focusing on these factors more successfully incorporate sustainability into their firms' values and activities. This study lays the groundwork for more studies on digital involvement, leadership diversity, and the influence of different environmental elements on environmentally responsible sports activities. The report adds to the current conversation on sustainable leadership in sports by providing practical advice to executives who want to make their companies more environmentally, socially, and economically responsible.