DIGITAL LEADERSHIP IN CHINA: FOSTERING INNOVATION THROUGH LEARNING AND IDENTIFICATION
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https://doi.org/10.14456/aamr.2025.38Keywords:
Digital Leadership, Innovation Performance, Organizational Learning, Organizational Identification, ChinaAbstract
This study examines the role of digital leadership in driving innovation performance within Chinese enterprises, with a focus on the mediating effects of organizational learning and organizational identification. Using a quantitative research design with data from 331 employees across various industries in Shandong Province, the analysis reveals that digital leadership has a positive influence on organizational learning and identification, which, in turn, enhances innovation performance. Specifically, the findings indicate that leaders who demonstrate digital thinking, adaptability, and interpersonal skills are more effective in cultivating a learning environment and fostering a sense of shared identity among employees. These dynamics are crucial for fostering innovation in China's rapidly evolving digital economy. The research underscores the importance of developing digital leadership competencies and leveraging organizational culture to support sustainable innovation outcomes. The study emphasizes the importance for organizations in China to strategically invest in developing digital capabilities and cultivating a collaborative, inclusive organizational culture to drive successful digital transformation.
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