Knowledge sharing in an online community of volunteers: The role of community munificence
Publication type
Journal article with impact factorPublication Year
2012Journal
European Management ReviewPublication Volume
9Publication Issue
4Publication Begin page
213Publication End page
227
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This study examines how perceived benefits, and context in online communities, shape members' intentions to share their knowledge. We build a model of knowledge‐sharing intention and provide empirical evidence using survey data collected from a community in which members voluntarily exchange their experiences, ideas, and questions on photographic equipment via online platforms. We find the perceived benefits and favorable conditions provided by a community (community munificence) – which consists of collective knowledge, experienced interdependence, opportunity structures, and psychological safety – influence individuals' motivation to contribute knowledge. We discuss managerial implications and outline suggestions for future theory building and empirical research.Knowledge Domain/Industry
EntrepreneurshipStrategy
ae974a485f413a2113503eed53cd6c53
10.1111/j.1740-4762.2012.01039.x