4 tips on leading through tough (political) times
A majority of your time as a leader is spent managing your employees – through good times, challenging times and, yes, even political times.
The election season, now heavily upon us, has the potential to lead to tough conversations and the unveiling of some interpersonal issues. But like any other challenging time, a leader can rise to the occasion and coach their staff through this season.
Author David Finkel provides four tips to help leaders successfully coach their staff through a potential tumultuous election year; however, I think these tips are beneficial whenever an organization comes into a challenging time. His tips include:
- Focus on your core culture. A diverse workplace is important. It allows people to hear different perspectives and learn new ways of thinking. However, if tensions are running high, focus on growth and teamwork and celebrate the little victories.
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