Enhancing knowledge sharing through authentic leadership: An investigation of occupational self-efficacy and psychological ownership as moderators

Abstract

This study examines the moderating role of occupational self-efficacy and psychological ownership on the nexus between authentic leadership and knowledge sharing behavior of military officers in Ghana. A sample of 382 respondents completed an online questionnaire, and the data was analyzed using descriptive statistics and partial least squares structural equation modeling. The findings show that authentic leadership positively influences knowledge sharing behavior of security officers, while occupational self-efficacy and psychological ownership enhance the positive effects of authentic leadership on security officers' sharing behavior. The findings of the study suggest organizations, especially in the context of the military, should invest in developing the authentic leadership quality of officers, enhance their occupational self-efficacy and fostering a sense of psychological ownership among military officers to enhance their knowledge sharing capabilities.