Authentic Leadership and Innovation: Interactive Tool & Assessment

 

Description

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This interactive tool explores the relationship between authentic leadership, social informal learning behaviors, and innovative work behavior based on empirical research. The model illustrates how authentic leadership qualities can foster a culture of innovation, with social informal learning serving as a critical mediating factor.

Research suggests that while authentic leadership directly influences innovative work behavior (shown by the dashed green line), approximately 70% of this relationship operates through the mediating effect of social informal learning behaviors (shown by the solid connecting lines).

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The interactive diagram shows three key components:

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• Authentic Leadership (blue elements): The four dimensions of authentic leadership that create psychological safety and trust

• Social Informal Learning Behaviors (red elements): The collaborative learning mechanisms that enable knowledge exchange

• Innovative Work Behavior (green elements): The three phases of innovation implementation in organizations

 

Accompanying the model is a self-assessment that helps you understand your personal tendencies across these domains and how they might influence your innovation effectiveness.

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Instructions

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Interactive Diagram

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1. Explore the model: Each element represents a key concept in the leadership-innovation relationship.

2. View descriptions: Double-click on any element to see a detailed explanation of that concept.

3. Rearrange elements: Click and drag any element to customize the layout to your preference.

4. Reset layout: Use the "Reset Layout" button to return elements to their original positions.

5. Analyze relationships: Pay attention to how elements connect - solid lines show direct relationships, while the dashed line indicates a partial direct effect.

 

Self-Assessment

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1. Complete the questionnaire: Respond honestly to each statement based on your typical behaviors and attitudes.

2. Review your results: After submission, you'll receive personalized feedback on your authentic leadership tendencies, social learning behaviors, and innovative work behavior.

3. Interpret your profile: The analysis will highlight your strengths and potential development areas across the three domains.

4. Visualize your results: Use the "Highlight Results on Diagram" button to see how your profile maps onto the theoretical model.

5. Consider development paths: Based on your profile, identify which elements might benefit from focused development to enhance your innovation effectiveness.

 

The assessment is confidential and designed for personal reflection and development. The questions are randomized for each session, and you can retake the assessment at any time to track your progress.