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The Role of Technological Skills for E-leaders in an International Context

In: Humanizing the Digital Workspace

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  • Charlotte Jonasson

    (Aarhus University School of Business and Social Sciences, Aarhus University)

  • Jakob Lauring

    (Aarhus University School of Business and Social Sciences, Aarhus University)

  • David S. A. Guttormsen

    (University of South-Eastern Norway)

  • Erik Gideon Hansen

    (Aarhus University School of Business and Social Sciences, Aarhus University)

  • Muhammad Hamza Siddique

    (University of South-Eastern Norway)

  • Yibin Fabricius Zhang

    (Aarhus University School of Business and Social Sciences, Aarhus University)

Abstract

In this chapter, we examine the role of technological skills for e-leadership in the context of today’s globalised world, highlighting the need for leaders to adapt to digital advancements, particularly in international settings. Our investigation integrates thoughts on technological skills and international management and leadership to enhance our understanding of the challenges involved in managing a globally dispersed workforce through technical means. We suggest that technological skills include elements such as data analysis and virtual interaction while leading internationally concerns both task-oriented and relationship-oriented practices. The integration of those concepts produces insights into how technological adaptations influence the management of a multicultural and globally dispersed labour force. In this regard, we describe four types of international e-leadership that we term (1) data-driven boundary-spanning task management, (2) international virtual group coordination, (3) culturally informed people analytics and (4) intercultural digital interaction. Finally, the chapter provides practical guidelines for e-leaders operating in an increasingly interconnected and digitalised international environment.

Suggested Citation

  • Charlotte Jonasson & Jakob Lauring & David S. A. Guttormsen & Erik Gideon Hansen & Muhammad Hamza Siddique & Yibin Fabricius Zhang, 2025. "The Role of Technological Skills for E-leaders in an International Context," Springer Books, in: Marko Orel & Matej Černe & Sut I Wong (ed.), Humanizing the Digital Workspace, chapter 0, pages 545-563, Springer.
    • Handle: RePEc:spr:sprchp:978-3-031-76902-3_22
    DOI: 10.1007/978-3-031-76902-3_22
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