The roots of the giant redwood trees grow out more than deep. Their roots are intertwined with their neighbors', giving them the strength to withstand harsh environments. "We, too, are meant to be part of a network that is larger than us. We, too, thrive in collectives. We, too, are most grounded when we are enmeshed in tightly knit communities." -- Brad Stulberg
Uncertainty is an inevitable part of leadership, but it is also an opportunity for growth, innovation, and resilience. During times of change, staying grounded in your core values, vision, and purpose will be your greatest strength. Over on the blog, we've been talking about Embracing Emotions at Work and Becoming Comfortable with Discomfort, two things that help.
Great leaders are forged in times of uncertainty. As you work to provide internal stability in the face of uncertainty, remember that candor, compassion, and courage will help you build trust and safety within your team, inspiring confidence as you move forward.
You've got this!
Warmly,
Danessa
Grounding is a practice of finding stability amidst uncertainty.
1. Do: Give yourself permission to feel anxious and unsure about the future. Dont: Stay stuck in defeatism.
Times of uncertainty are an opportunity for growth and learning. Approach this time from a place of curiosity. Determine the next right step.
2. Do: Find the support you need from family, friends, and professional coaches.
Don't: Regularly vent to colleagues and your team.
Community matters during times of uncertainty. Seek out the resources you need to ground yourself and to process all that is happening. You'll then be able to inspire confidence and hope for the future at work. Be honest with your team; there's no need to pretend all is well, but once you ground yourself, you will approach work and your team, not from a place of anxiety, but from a place of strategy.
3. Do: Practice candor, compassion, and courage. Don't: Disregard your team's feelings or make promises you can't keep.
Your team needs to trust that you will tell them the truth, respect their feelings and their situation, and see that you are brave enough to keep moving forward with vision and strength. This becomes possible when you take the time to name and process your emotions, find the support that you need, and then commit to the kind of authenticity that inspires trust.
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