Influence of transformational leadership on innovative work behavior and task performance of individuals: The mediating role of knowledge sharing

• DOI: 10.1016/j.heliyon.2024.e32280
• Publication Date: 2024-06-05T14:06:14Z
• Authors: Naveed Saif; Amelia; Gerald Guan Gan Goh; Abner Rubin; Imrab Shaheen; Muhammad Murtaza
• Keywords: Knowledge Sharing; Work behavior

This research tries to investigate the dynamic link between higher education institution (HEIs) transformational leaders (TFL) and follower's outcome (innovative work behavior Task Performance) through Knowledge sharing (KNS) in Pakistan. Using quantitative design an adopted construct was used obtain response from HEIs employees behavior. The obtained information analyzed structural equation modeling (SEM) technique via Smart PLS. Results depict that direct University Transformational leadership Innovative as well Performance. results further postulate KNS mediate relationship TSP context of HEIs. Surprisingly, could not evident become a mediating variable strengthen Leadership IWB sector In addition enhancing theoretical comprehension leadership, outcomes this article provide promoting knowledge culture is valuable asset for both existing future order promote innovation creativity. Although recent studies role mediator, however current study use contemporaneous intervening Performance first time. also confirms underpinning social exchange mechanism strengthening leader member's continuum.