How the manager of the nutrition department at hospital a motivated subordinates and manager manpower during the covid-19 pandemic

Abstract

In this thematic paper, the leadership style that the leader utilized to motivate followers during the COVID-19 pandemic is clarified in terms of the perception of followers and factors that motivated employees. Qualitative research is done by conducting 8 interviews with 1 leader and 7 followers who are currently working in the Nutrition Department at Hospital A. In conclusion, the leadership style can improve the perceptions of followers resulting in employee motivation during the crisis. Recommendations to the leaders who are working in the Nutrition Department for better preparation, management, and improvement are summarized. In addition, this study gives recommendations to leaders who are interested in leadership styles to motivate subordinates in times of crisis.