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Title: Emotional Intelligence and Employee Performance: A Meta--Analysis and Moderating Role of Gender
Publication Date: January 30, 2026
Magazine: International Journal of Hospitality Management (ResearchGate)
Main Conclusions:
- Predictive Power: A meta--analysis confirms that emotional intelligence (EI) is a robust predictor of employee performance and innovative work behavior across diverse organizational settings.
- Gender as a Moderator: The research identifies that gender significantly moderates the relationship between motivation and innovative outcomes, suggesting the need for gender--sensitive management strategies.
- Contextual Synergy: The impact of EI on innovation is further influenced by organizational factors such as leadership style and perceived support, which act as critical boundary conditions.