Determine the appropriate leadership style for supporting sustainable agriculture in PT. Perkebunan Nusantara III

Abstract

This paper examines the most suitable leadership style in the palm oil plantation industry, particularly at PT. Perkebunan Nusantara III. The research methodology encompasses in-depth interviews. Over a six-month period from January to June 2023, a list of 60 potential participants was created to meet the research objectives. Thirty participants agreed to participate in the study and were selected for in-depth interviews. Each participant received information about the meeting time and location and was required to sign a consent form ensuring confidentiality of the shared information. The research concludes that among the four leadership styles considered (heart leadership, servant leadership, authentic leadership, and ethical leadership), heart leadership is the most suitable for PT. Perkebunan Nusantara III. Heart leadership encompasses ten aspects, including Conscience, Love, Intention, Self Control, Teamwork, Honesty, Integrity, Attention, Emotional Intelligence, Spiritual Intelligence, and Servant Orientation. Implementing heart leadership at PT. Perkebunan Nusantara III can create a positive work environment, boost employee engagement, and lead to overall organizational success. This leadership style emphasizes open communication, empathy, and trust between leaders and employees. Leaders with heart leadership will listen empathetically, understand employees’ needs and aspirations, and offer necessary support, fostering trust, motivation, and a positive work culture. By embracing leadership values like conscience, emotional intelligence, and servant orientation, PT. Perkebunan Nusantara III ensures a focus not just on organizational success but also on sustainable farming practices.