To Prepare: Reflect on the four peer-reviewed articles you selected in Module 2 and the four systematic reviews (or other filtered high- level evidence) you selected in Module 3. Reflect on the four peer-reviewed articles you selected in Module 2 and analyzed in Module 3. Review and download the Critical Appraisal Tool Worksheet Template provided in the Resources.

Leadership Behaviors and Healthy Work Environment Student’s Name Professor’s Name Institutional Affiliations Course Name and Number Due Date Leadership Behaviors and Healthy Work Environment Creating a healthy work environment in healthcare settings is critical for ensuring quality care and health outcomes. Yao et al. (2021) agree that leaders have a fundamental role in achieving this goal through their behavior and interaction with the varied healthcare providers. They indicate that their presence, influence, and guidance determine motivation and commitment to an institution’s values and mission. Specchia et al. (2021) also support these observations by highlighting the transformative impacts of desirable leadership behaviors on the productivity of healthcare experts such as nurses. Such aspects reveal that onboarding leaders with appropriate behaviors can significantly distinguish a healthcare facility. In this context, this paper reflects on the leadership behaviors explored by varied studies and demonstrates how the Clifton Strengths Assessment results relate to my leadership traits. Respectful communication emerges as the most desirable leadership behavior with notable impacts on healthcare professionals. According to Bregenzer et al. (2020), this conduct is a sought-after trait by management when onboarding new leaders. The authors emphasize that making respectful interactions and expression a standard requirement within a work setting creates a healthy environment where individuals can share seamlessly with their seniors and juniors. Such a situation leads to widespread professional growth and collaboration, contributing to quality health care. Specchia et al. (2021) describe this behavior as practical and ideal for nurturing relationships. The researchers note that it starts at the leadership level and spreads throughout the institution. Bregenzer et al. (2020) add that its normalization is consistent with increased organizational commitment and reduced turnover. These positive outcomes confirm that respectful communication is fundamental to creating a healthy work environment. Thus, leaders should embrace this behavior for other subordinates to emulate. The articles explored in this research also highlight emotional intelligence behavior. Specchia et al. (2021) describe this conduct as the capacity of a leader to recognize and understand the emotions of their workers, empathize with them, and boost trustworthy relationships. The author isolates resonant leaders due to their capacity to demonstrate this behavior in w...