Leading Beyond the Presence: A Dual-Theory Framework of Transformational Leadership in Virtual and Digital Environment: A Conceptual/Theoretical Paper (Published)
With the growing prevalence of virtual and hybrid working, the role of organizational leadership has been transformed; especially when it comes to transformational leadership, which is related both to follower motivation and performance. Though previous research has acknowledged the challenges presented by digital distance, it fails to provide a conceptual framework underpinning effective digital transformational leadership. In short, we proposed a Dual-Theory Framework of Digital Transformational Leadership (DTF-DTL), based on Digital Presence Compensation Theory and Asynchronous Inspiration Theory. The core argument is clear: Digital leadership is about more than simply establishing a Digital Leadership Presence (DLP) through intentional behavioral strategies and practices; they also need to leverage Modality-Calibrated Inspiration (MCI) to connect effectively across various communication channels. The theoretical framework suggests ten propositions that aim to address the structural, behavioral, and communicative dimensions of leadership in a virtual context, laying the groundwork for the theory and practice of transformational leadership amidst the shift to digital contexts.
Keywords: Transformational Leadership, asynchronous communication, digital leadership, digital leadership presence, dual-theory framework, virtual teams
Kiai’s Transformational Leadership in Establishing Organizational Culture at Gender Pesantren (Published)
The key success of educational institutions, including pesantren, lies in its leadership aspect. That is through a transformational leadership style which is able to bring changes to the institution. One of the impacts of the change is to shape effective pesantren supported by a strong organizational culture. Therefore, the transformational leadership style applied by KH. Muhyiddin Abdusshomad in pesantren Nurul Islam Antirogo is very effective in establishing pesantren culture and shaping the behavior of all pesantren civitas. This study aims to identify and analyze the transformational leadership style of Kiai (the pesantren leader) when building a pesantren culture. To identify the leadership style of the Kiai, the researcher uses Bass & Riggio’s view of four transformational leadership factors: idealized influence, inspirational motivation, intellectual motivation, and individual consideration. The study found that KH. Muhyiddin Abdusshomad built a pesantren culture by implementing Islamic doctrines. The effectiveness of self-leadership of Kiai in pesantren is also not separated from the normative doctrine of Islam, so that the Kiai’s transformational leadership style is based on Islamic values.
Keywords: Kiai, Transformational Leadership, dan Organizational Culture