Digital Leadership and Remote Work Management. A Study of MTN, Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria

Udeme Anthony Abaikpa

doi:10.59413/ajocs/v6.i4.1

Authors

Udeme Anthony Abaikpa Trinity Polytechnic, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State Author https://orcid.org/0009-0007-9935-9791

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.59413/ajocs/v6.i4.1

Keywords:

Digital Leadership, Remote Work Management , Digital Literacy, Decreased Employee Engagement, Employee Monitoring

Abstract

This study examines the relationship between digital leadership and remote work management. A study of MTN, Akwa Ibom State. A cross-sectional survey of 162 respondents was conducted from the respondents. For the objectives of the study to be achieved, three hypotheses were formulated and tested. The study utilized structured questionnaire as a major instrument for data collection. Simple percentage and regression models were used to analyze the research questions and hypotheses. The results revealed significant positive relationship between digital leadership and remote work management in MTN, Akw Ibom state. Based on the findings, the study recommends that the MTN, Akwa Ibom State should implement comprehensive digital literacy training programs tailored for her employees, develop strategies to enhance employee engagement in a remote work setting by incorporating regular feedback mechanisms and virtual team-building activities, and establish transparent employee monitoring practices that respect privacy while ensuring accountability.

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