The Role of Transformational Leadership, and Knowledge Sharing on Innovative Work Behavior of Public Organization in the Digital Era

Abstract

Purpose: This study aims to analyze the role of Transformational Leadership on Innovative Work Behavior, and Transformational Leadership on Knowledge sharing and Knowledge sharing on Innovative Work Behavior of Public Organizations in the digital era. Design/Methodology/Approach: This research uses quantitative research methods. The dimensions of transformational leadership are idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual stimulation, and individualized consideration). & The variable dimension of knowledge sharing is knowledge donating and knowlede collecting. The dimensions of innovative behavior are idea exploration, idea generation, idea championing, and idea implementation. The population in this study are senior employees of public organizations. Respondents in this study were 454 senior employees of public organizations who were determined by simple random sampling method. Data was collected through an online questionnaire using a Likert scale using a scale of 7. Data analysis in this study used Partial Least Square structural equation modeling (SEM) with the SmartPLS 3.0 software data processing tool. The stages of data analysis begin with testing the validity and reliability of the instrument, determination and finally testing the hypothesis. Findings: Transformational leadership has a significant positive effect on behaviour Innovative, transformational leadership has a significant positive effect on knowledge sharing, knowledge sharing has no significant effect on innovative work behavior. Practical implications: The findings of this study can be used by public organizations to attract innovative work behavior. Moreover, for academics, it can support new knowledge as well as supporting theories. Original/Value: A significant contribution to the body of knowledge is achieved through testing and subsequent confirmation of the effects of Transformational Leadership on Innovative Work Behavior, Transformational Leadership on Knowledge sharing and Knowledge sharing on Innovative Work Behavior of Public Organizations in the digital era.

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