by Christi Barrett | Crisis
Leaders need to model a calm demeanor, decisiveness and nimble change management, especially when times are hard. When there is chaos or crisis, finding balance and expending energy on the RIGHT stuff is hard to do. It can be all to easy to try to take control of...
by Christi Barrett | Crisis
The reality of a global pandemic is upon us, and individuals, teams and organizations are facing major change, disruption and uncertainty. This crisis presents unprecedented challenges because of its worldwide scale, unpredictability and speed. Emergencies such as the...
by David Wheatley | Crisis, Leadership
Angela prided herself on her collaborative style with her direct reports. She actively coached folks to improve, encouraged them to make decisions autonomously whenever possible, and supported her people through tough times.That democratic style worked well, until the...
by Christi Barrett | Communication, Conflict, Crisis
Sheila and Sam have never gotten along well, and when they are assigned to a key project together, neither person is pleased. Minor tensions slowly grow into full-scale battle, and the rest of the team is uncertain about what to do. They encourage Sheila and Sam to...
by Christi Barrett | Creativity, Crisis, Decision-making
You’re facing a crisis and working hard not to panic. Sure, it’s not your first emergency, and you survived the others. What tools can you use this time to not only survive, but maintain clear thinking in the midst of chaos? Use situational awareness. Law...