DIGITAL TRANSFORMATION AND EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE OF LEADERS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.64051/jhn.v1i1.25Keywords:
digital transformation, SME, leadershipAbstract
In the era of rapid digital transformation, leaders face increasing challenges in managing teams, fostering innovation, and maintaining organizational adaptability. Emotional intelligence (EI) has emerged as a crucial factor in leadership effectiveness, particularly in navigating the complexities of digital change. This paper explores the intersection of digital transformation and EI, emphasizing how emotionally intelligent leaders can facilitate smoother transitions, enhance team collaboration, and mitigate resistance to change. By integrating insights from existing research on leadership, emotional intelligence, and case studies on organizational transformation, this study highlights the role of self-awareness, empathy, and social skills in digital leadership. Findings suggest that leaders with high EI are better equipped to address the psychological and social aspects of digital change, ultimately improving employee engagement and organizational resilience. The paper also discusses strategies for developing EI competencies among leaders to optimize the benefits of digital transformation.
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