Our world is in constant flux—with round-the-clock news and social media, it’s easy to feel like uncertainty is ever-present.

If you manage a team, how you respond to this uncertainty can either add to your team’s stress or create stability and focus. Here are five strategies to reduce the impact of uncertainty:

• Stay mission-focused. Grounding your team in your organization’s mission and vision will keep them connected to meaningful work.
• Stay calm. Your team looks to you, so find ways to process your stress away from them and provide reassurance.
• Communicate realistically. Create a plan with your team based on clear, honest information, focusing on strengths.
• Take the long view. Visualize your organization’s future beyond today’s challenges and work towards it.
• Lead with empathy. Recognize your team’s stress, offer support, listen actively, and make resources available.

Want to dive deeper into leading with resilience and clarity? Join our Leadership Insights workshop on December 4th to explore specialized leadership topics that will help you rise to challenges and respond to opportunities in unique ways.

Register here and start building a more confident, adaptable leadership style.

ACHIEVE Resources You May Not Know About:

• Don’t Blame the Lettuce

Did you know that, as a leader, you have a lot in common with a gardener? Discover why and gain new insight into how you can cultivate a thriving workplace with our book, Don’t Blame the Lettuce (read a chapter of the book here!).

Additional Resources:

• Blog: 4 Ways to Support Your Team During Stressful Times
• Resource: How to Talk to Your Staff About Mental Health
• Blog: 8 Truths About Leading Through Conflict

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Posted: November 18, 2024