5 Pandemic-Era Lessons on Leading Through Drastic Change
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The five-year anniversary of the Covid-19 pandemic highlights the profound changes it brought to U.S. life and business. Initially characterized by chaos and fear, organizations faced major disruptions, adapting to new operational realities and remote work. Leaders had to make swift, impactful choices with little knowledge of long-term consequences while striving to uphold employee trust and organizational stability, a delicate balance crucial for navigating unprecedented challenges. Lisa Kay Solomon, an expert in futures-centered leadership, underscores the importance of adapting to change and focusing leadership on maintaining trust.
In the initial weeks of the Covid-19 pandemic, organizations had to pivot quickly, grappling with armed uncertainty while ensuring employee and customer trust remained intact.
Leadership during crises is not just about making decisions but also about forging trust, which can often be overshadowed by the urgency of the situation.
Read at Harvard Business Review
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