The aim of this research to investigate the effect transformational leadership (TL) (Idealized influence behavior, Idealized influence attributed, Inspirational motivation, Individual consideration and Intellectual stimulation) on innovative work behaviour (IWB) by evaluating the mediating role of knowledge sharing (KS) in Saudi Telecommunication Company (STC). This research used a quantitative approach to research the relationship between variables and the unit of analysis is individual employees in STC. By using random sampling technique, a total of 310 questionnaires were distributed via e-mail among the employees from STC in Saudi. The research also validates the proposed conceptual framework using a structural equation modelling, then uses smart PLS with the data collected. The finding of the research showed positive effect between TL (Idealized influence behavior, Idealized influence attributed, Inspirational motivation, Individual consideration and Intellectual stimulation) and IWB. In addition, the findings indicate that KS mediates the effects of TL on IWB. The research conclude that better IWB is achieved when a leader encourage employees to think critically in dealing with problems that they encounter in the course of their work, use their own initiative, and seek innovative methods to approach their work and assignments. It is believed that this research will be beneficial to the industry practitioners and academicians for future reference. In addition, the research significantly contributes to advancing the deeper insight of the specific conditions to strengthen the relationship between KS and.
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