Leader of Digital Cooperation? – Scientific Mapping Engaging Leadership

Abstract

In this time of digitalization, leaders have to face new challenges and concentrate on engaging subordinates, due to the hybrid working conditions. One of these challenges is the Digital Competence Expectations for Public School Leaders, published in 2021, by the Digital Pedagogical Development Working Group. The emerging importance of engagement is supported by a great deal of scientific research. However, it is still questionable… what directly determines engagement and affects subordinates in the engaging process? Our review aims to analyze the characteristics of engaging leadership and leaders’ behavior, which contributes to the engagement of coworkers. Taking the challenges of the digital world into consideration, we make some practical suggestions for future leaders and HR professionals, in order to strengthen their organizations and retain valuable employees.