Since the start of the pandemic, we’ve experienced change like we’ve never seen before in our lifetimes. We’re in an environment of what feels like constant disruption. Nothing is predictable. Decisions you make today may need to change next week, if not as soon as tomorrow in some cases. Stress levels are high. It seems … Read more
Adversity is certain. Resilience empowers you to work through adversity, enabling you to step outside your “safe zone” and face the unknown with greater confidence. And while you may not realize it when you are in the middle of a crisis, you experience more personal growth as you move through adversity than at any other … Read more
During a crisis, it can feel like you’re on a high-speed bullet train heading to a place you’ve never been before. You didn’t buy a ticket and you don’t want to go. This journey certainly was not by choice. But now that you’re on the train, you must contend with the hand you’ve been dealt. … Read more
Here’s a truth most organizations are not prepared to admit: leaders are dangerously unprepared to guide their teams through a crisis. Critical gaps exist in the development of resilience ready leaders, which is a significant obstacle threatening leaders’ ability to operate with resilience, both personally and professionally. It’s not only individuals who get stuck at … Read more
Simone Biles displayed extraordinary courage as she stepped back from the 2020 Tokyo Summer Olympics gymnastics competitive events. She displayed even greater courage as she spoke publicly about the pressure and stress experienced, yet continued to support her teammates with genuine enthusiasm. Tennis professional Naomi Osaka’s courage in pulling out of the 2021 French Open … Read more
Over the last few weeks, I’ve touched on a few of the mindsets that can keep you from moving forward in your career – and even make your job more vulnerable during times of crisis. Specifically, I mentioned Victimhood, Settling, and Surviving. Sadly there are many of us that never get beyond the survival stage. … Read more
One of my coaching clients was dealing with a stressful work environment because of a toxic leader. This leader had been with the company for over twenty years, was politically connected, and was unwilling to receive constructive feedback. My client, worn down by the negativity and lack of support for her team, eventually gave up … Read more
One of the greatest obstacles to leading with resilience and incorporating that resilience into your leadership practice is dealing with your own internal crisis. One of the side effects of dealing with a crisis or challenge is that it can shut us down emotionally. This means we are simultaneously fighting on two fronts – dealing … Read more
In my experience, there are three common fears that loom as towering walls limiting our ability to operate with resilience and incorporate that resilience into our day-to-day leadership practice. Fear of Uncertainty The uncertainty about what’s ahead often prevents us from dealing effectively with immediate crises. Yes, we realize things will no longer be the … Read more
As human beings, we can sense a threat, and our natural instincts are to react to our emotions. We live with constant uncertainty. Nobody knows what will happen tomorrow. But as a leader in a crisis, the consequences of getting it wrong are very high for you, your team, and your organization. If fear is … Read more
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