Impart Of Ethical Leadership On Employee Innovation Work Behaviour In Viet Nam: Exploring The Mediating Role Of Knowledge Sharing And Its Tacit-Explicit Dimensions

Abstract

The Vietnamese manufacturing industry is undergoing significant transformation, driven by increasing globalization, technological advancements, and rising competition. To remain competitive, Vietnamese manufacturing organizations need to foster innovation and creativity among their employees. Ethical leadership and knowledge sharing are recognized as key factors that can drive employee innovation work behavior. This research explores how ethical leadership impacts employee innovation in Vietnam's manufacturing sector, focusing on the linking function of knowledge sharing, particularly its tacit and explicit forms. This study employs a convenience sampling method, targeting employees from diverse Vietnamese organizations. Data collection is conducted through an online survey using a Google Forms questionnaire, distributed through popular social media platforms like Facebook and Zalo to reach a wider audience. The sample size is expected to be approximately 280 participants. This study adds to our comprehension of ethical leadership, knowledge sharing, and employee innovation by providing quantitative data from the Vietnamese context.The primary goal of the study is to demonstrate the positive contribution of EL on knowledge sharing and its subsequent impact on employee innovation. Furthermore, by examining the tacit and explicit factors of knowledge sharing, the study will provide a deeper understanding of how knowledge sharing influences innovation outcomes. The implications of this study can benefit organizations in Vietnam by highlighting the significance of ethical leadership in fostering innovation and promoting knowledge sharing practices. The findings can guide leaders and managers in developing strategies and policies that encourage ethical behavior, enhance knowledge sharing processes, and ultimately drive employee innovation. In conclusion, This research illuminates the growing understanding of ethical leadership, knowledge sharing, and employee innovation. By examining these relationships within the Vietnamese context, it provides valuable insights for both researchers and practitioners who aim to foster innovation within organizations.