Abstract: In a world where technology changes quickly, businesses need to push their employees to be innovative to stay competitive and expand. This research employs social exchange theory and self-determination theory to analyze the influence of ethical leadership (EL) in employee innovative behavior (EIB). Using SmartPLS4, we analyzed data from 308 entry- and mid-level HR staff in Bangladesh across various industry sectors. Analysis used partial least squares structural equation modeling. EL can reveal EIB (β = 0.371, t = 6.481, p < 0.001) and PE (β = 0.629,...
Keywords: Ethical leadership, Psychological empowerment, Employee innovative behavior, Mediation analysis, PLS-SEM, Emerging economies
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