The early days of the pandemic were confusing, but we had adrenalin, novelty and the panic of crisis driving us forward. Now, as we wonder what’s next, where to focus our waning energy and how to control our fate, there are a few key practices that can help us find the clarity we need to shape the path ahead.
Getting Comfortable with Being Uncomfortable
Embracing Your Team's Emotional Landscape
As we hit the middle of summer, without a firm plan for schools and worries about the safety of re-opening, leaders and teams need to acknowledge the emotional, human, realities they are facing. Carrying all of this in the background, or worse, covering it up, sucks up energy and interferes with our ability to be present and fully engaged…
On Planning and Being Present
As leaders, professionals, parents, community members and more, we manage several to-do lists, project plans and strategic goals while cultivating the motivation, vision and strategies to get these lists done. Finding the right balance is challenging yet crucial because when we fail to be present we miss out on critical details, awareness and emotional data that can lead to better decisions and results.