THE INFLUENCE OF ETHICAL LEADERSHIP ON GEN Z RESILIENCE THROUGH PROACTIVE BEHAVIOR AND TECHNOLOGICAL INNOVATION IN INDUSTRY 5.0

Industry 5.0 marks a paradigm shift in the world of work by integrating technological advancements with a human-cantered approach. In this context, Generation Z, as the emerging workforce, faces complex challenges that demand a high level of resilience. This study aims to systematically examine how ethical leadership contributes to the development of Gen Z resilience, considering the mediating roles of proactive behavior and technological innovation. A Systematic Literature Review (SLR) approach was employed to analyse relevant scientific literature from various reputable academic databases. The findings reveal that ethical leadership fosters a supportive and psychologically safe work environment, which in turn encourages proactive behavior and engagement with technological innovation. Proactive behaviour is proven to be an adaptive mechanism that strengthens individual endurance against work-related stress, while technology serves as a medium for self-actualization among Gen Z employees. Ethical leadership, proactivity, and technology are interrelated in building robust resilience, both technically and emotionally. This study provides theoretical contributions to leadership and human resource management literature, as well as practical implications for organizations in developing more adaptive, inclusive, and sustainable talent management strategies in the era of Industry 5.0.