Background: Altruistic leaders significantly impact employees’ attitudes and behaviors, yet the mechanisms by which altruistic leadership enhances work-family balance remain unclear. This study addresses this gap by exploring how altruistic leadership affects work-family balance through psychological capital.
Objective: This study examines the link between altruistic leadership and work-family balance, focusing on the role of psychological capital.
Methods: Data from 255 healthcare employees in Indonesian public hospitals were analyzed using PLS-SEM.
Results: The study finds that altruistic leaders improve workers’ work-family balance, with psychological capital mediating this effect.
Conclusions: This research is the first to explore altruistic leadership’s impact on work-family balance, providing insights for enhancing individual well-being through effective leadership practices.
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