The Connect of Self-Leadership and Innovative Work Behavior: Insights from a Systematic Review
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In the era of flexible work arrangements, a critical question emerges: “What leadership qualities are essential when work can occur anywhere, anytime?” While these arrangements are increasingly utilized to attract and retain talent, their impact on employee innovation performance remains debated. Self-leadership has been widely recognized for its influence on innovative work behavior (IWB). This study employs a systematic review to explore the dynamic relationship between self-leadership and IWB. The analysis reveals four positive role types of self-leadership in relation to IWB: antecedent, antecedent with mediating mechanisms, mediator, and moderate mediator. Findings highlight self-efficacy and knowledge sharing as key mediators in this relationship. This study contributes to both theory and practice by providing insights into the multifaceted roles of self-leadership in fostering IWB. Future research directions are proposed to further expand upon these findings.
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