How authentic leaders can get employees to go beyond the call of duty fair treatment to heighten sense of belongingness holds the key

Purpose Company performance can benefit substantially when employees are willing to engage in extra-role behaviors. This outcome becomes likelier when authentic leadership is practiced. Such leaders can initiate these behaviors through fair treatment of workers that subsequently increases their attachment to the firm and commitment to achieve collective goals. Design/methodology/approach This briefing is prepared by an independent writer who adds their own impartial comments and places the articles in context. Findings Company performance can benefit substantially when employees are willing to engage in extra-role behaviors. This outcome becomes likelier when authentic leadership is practiced. Such leaders can initiate these behaviors through fair treatment of workers that subsequently increases their attachment to the firm and commitment to achieve collective goals. Originality/value The briefing saves busy executives and researchers hours of reading time by selecting only the very best, most pertinent information and presenting it in a condensed and easy-to-digest format.