Leadership in the digitalization era
Leadership in the digitalization era is a theme taken at the DAD foll up which was held at the UNISMUH assembly hall which was attended by 51 Immawan, 189 Immawati in a study which did not only discuss leadership but also how the digitalization era affects such leadership. Every human being is a leader so that every human being needs to study broadly so that every improvement from technology in the current digitalization era can produce a work that is useful for the wider community.
Leadership in the digitalization era has unique challenges and opportunities. Effective leaders in this era need to understand and adapt to changes caused by advances in digital technology. Some important things in leadership in the digitalization era include:
1. Understand technology: Leaders must have a solid understanding of digital technologies and emerging trends. This enables them to make informed decisions regarding technology investments and steer organizations towards digital transformation.
2. Speed and adaptability: The development of digital technology is often fast. Leaders must be able to adapt to changes that occur, maintain speed in decision making, and respond flexibly to market changes.
3. Innovation and creativity: The digitalization era provides great opportunities for innovation. Successful leaders must encourage innovative initiatives, embrace new ideas, and create a culture that supports creativity among their team.
4. Engagement and collaboration: Digitalization has changed the way things work and communicate. Leaders need to ensure team engagement and promote effective collaboration through digital communication platforms and tools. Building strong relationships and making sure the team feels heard and valued is very important.
5. Security and privacy: In the digital age, data protection and privacy are becoming increasingly important. Leaders must have an understanding of cybersecurity issues and take steps to protect sensitive information from digital threats.
“The best leaders are those who are best at providing benefits to others.” – Prophet Muhammad SAW