The Approach of Managers Regarding Innovative Work Behaviour

Abstract

Purpose of the study: Although many factors can influence innovative work behaviour, we may not know exactly which practices make a difference in influencing innovative work behaviour. This study aims to determine which positive and negative factors can affect the IWB theory understanding.
 Methodology: This study used a qualitative approach by a systematic review of the literature, the authors conducted a content analysis of 32 international journals.
 Main Findings: The analysis results gave evidence that transformational leadership, knowledge sharing, and organizational learning were positive factors in creating innovative work behaviour. Meanwhile, organizational politics, job insecurity, and transactional leadership were negative factors that could decrease innovative work behaviour.
 Applications of this study: The results of this study provide practical information for professional leaders and managers to develop employees’ innovative work behaviour that might help build an innovative environment.
 Novelty/Originality of this study: This study has a difference in terms of study approaches by looking at positive and negative factors that could affect innovative work behaviour in a literature review technique.