There is a positive association between autonomy-supportive leadership and workplace buoyancy, bolstering previous research and findings in literature. This theoretically makes sense because leadership that emphasizes cooperation and initiative will result in teachers that feel more equipped and supported to deal with daily workplace challenges. The study recommends that leadership regularly implements autonomy-supportive practices, like ensuring that teachers have say/input in school policies, and catering to the teachers’ needs.

There was a negative association between autonomy-thwarting leadership and emotional exhaustion.