Unifying Leadership in a Divided Time
Briefly

Karthik Ramanna points out that the current age of outrage is underpinned by a 'fear of the future,' driven by climate change and social upheaval. He emphasizes that these factors are creating a pervasive sense of anxiety among people, which leads to polarization in both social and professional arenas. The intertwining of these fears fuels anger and disagreement, making it crucial for leaders to recognize this context and navigate their organizations accordingly.
Ramanna discusses the complexities of navigating this age of outrage, noting that leaders need to take strategic actions to manage the challenges that arise from heightened emotions in society. He believes that organizations can benefit from techniques that lower the temperature of conflicts and harness outrage constructively, focusing on resilience and understanding their influence within this polarized environment to foster better collaboration and coexistence.
Read at Harvard Business Review
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