Influence of organization politics on employee performance: a case of emerging business unit of East African Breweries limited, Kenya

Abstract

The purpose of this study was to explore the influence that organizational politics has on employee performance in Emerging Business (EB), East African Breweries limited. The target population of the study was the Emerging Business group of EABL with 51 employees. The list of all the 51 employees was the sampling frame. This target population is distributed throughout the country. The research methodology used to obtain answers to the questions was a descriptive study with mixed methods; Quantitative and Qualitative approach. The findings of the study confirmed that indeed transformational leadership style characterized by highly motivating managers, excellent communication, cooperation and integration of ideas, teamwork is what the organization’s employees highly regard. It was also evident that Transactional leadership which is based on a reward system and attainment of territory goals for instance meeting and surpassing targets is was much appreciated with trainings through accompaniments and line manager support coming out as very much critical towards employee performance. Laissez-faire style of support also got support inferring that Territory managers like autonomy and empowerment to make decisions without coercion. This means that employee performance is stems from his/her ability to make decisions and be in charge of his/her duties/responsibilities. The value of this research will be to the Emerging Business unit in improving employee performance and as a point of reference for scholars.