Fostering Innovative Work Behavior Through Empowering Leadership and Organizational Culture: A Strategic Perspective from the Pharmaceutical Industry
Abstract/Description
Purpose This study explores how empowering leadership and an innovative organizational culture influence employees’ innovative work behavior. It also examines whether perceived organizational support plays a role in linking these factors to innovation at work.
Study Design The research followed a quantitative, cross-sectional design and used a deductive approach. Data was gathered from 200 employees working in pharmaceutical companies based in Karachi, using purposive sampling. SPSS and Smart PLS 4 were used to analyze the responses.
Findings The results show that both empowering leadership and a culture that supports innovation significantly contribute to encouraging innovative behavior among employees. Perceived organizational support also positively impacts innovation. However, its mediating role between leadership, culture and innovative behavior was not found to be statistically significant.
Originality This study brings a fresh perspective by focusing on the pharmaceutical sector in Karachi—a field where research on leadership, culture, and innovation is still growing. It offers insights into how these elements interact in real workplace settings.
Research Limitations Since data was collected only from pharmaceutical employees in Karachi, the findings cannot be applied to other industries or regions. The limited timeframe also restricted the scope of the research.
Practical Implications Pharmaceutical companies are encouraged to create environments that promote leadership styles and cultures that support innovation, helping employees feel empowered and motivated to contribute creatively.
Social Implications Building a supportive and innovative workplace can lead to more engaged employees and a more dynamic, forward-thinking organizational culture that benefits society as a whole.
Keywords
Empowering leadership, innovative organizational culture, innovative work behavior, perceived organizational support.
Track
Management
Session Number/Theme
Management - Session I
Session Chair
Dr. Nyla Ansari
Start Date/Time
14-6-2025 9:00 AM
End Date/Time
14-6-2025 10:40 AM
Location
MCC 11 Ground Floor, AMAN CED Building
Recommended Citation
Khalid, Z. (2025). Fostering Innovative Work Behavior Through Empowering Leadership and Organizational Culture: A Strategic Perspective from the Pharmaceutical Industry. IBA SBS 4th International Conference 2025. Retrieved from https://ir.iba.edu.pk/sbsic/2025/program/65
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Fostering Innovative Work Behavior Through Empowering Leadership and Organizational Culture: A Strategic Perspective from the Pharmaceutical Industry
MCC 11 Ground Floor, AMAN CED Building
Purpose This study explores how empowering leadership and an innovative organizational culture influence employees’ innovative work behavior. It also examines whether perceived organizational support plays a role in linking these factors to innovation at work.
Study Design The research followed a quantitative, cross-sectional design and used a deductive approach. Data was gathered from 200 employees working in pharmaceutical companies based in Karachi, using purposive sampling. SPSS and Smart PLS 4 were used to analyze the responses.
Findings The results show that both empowering leadership and a culture that supports innovation significantly contribute to encouraging innovative behavior among employees. Perceived organizational support also positively impacts innovation. However, its mediating role between leadership, culture and innovative behavior was not found to be statistically significant.
Originality This study brings a fresh perspective by focusing on the pharmaceutical sector in Karachi—a field where research on leadership, culture, and innovation is still growing. It offers insights into how these elements interact in real workplace settings.
Research Limitations Since data was collected only from pharmaceutical employees in Karachi, the findings cannot be applied to other industries or regions. The limited timeframe also restricted the scope of the research.
Practical Implications Pharmaceutical companies are encouraged to create environments that promote leadership styles and cultures that support innovation, helping employees feel empowered and motivated to contribute creatively.
Social Implications Building a supportive and innovative workplace can lead to more engaged employees and a more dynamic, forward-thinking organizational culture that benefits society as a whole.
