Leading with Insight: How Intellectual Capital Shapes Supervisory Leadership

Abstract

This study investigates the impact of various dimensions of intellectual capital—domain knowledge, formal knowledge, management experience, and intrinsic motivation and creativity—on supervisory leadership. Using the knowledge-based view (KBV) as the theoretical framework, the research aims to elucidate how these elements contribute to effective leadership. The findings reveal that domain knowledge, management experience, and intrinsic motivation and creativity significantly enhance supervisory leadership, while formal knowledge alone does not show a significant impact. These results underscore the importance of integrating both formal and experiential knowledge, as well as fostering intrinsic motivation and creativity, to develop effective leaders. The study contributes to the KBV by providing empirical evidence on the nuanced roles of different types of knowledge and experiences in shaping leadership effectiveness. The implications for theory and practice suggest that organizations should adopt a holistic approach to leadership development, prioritizing experiential learning and creating a culture that supports intrinsic motivation and innovation.