Managing in Difficult Times
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These are challenging times. No doubt about it. Many people feel overwhelmed and exhausted. Lay-offs, governments bailouts & stimulus packages, companies declaring bankruptcy, hiring freezes, cancellation of bonuses and merit increases, and a depressed stock market have caused fear and uncertainty in the work place. What’s a leader to do? Nothing, right? Wrong!
If you download this webinar and handle today’s challenges in the specific way that is detailed, you will find opportunity in the adversity and come out stronger for it. Think of a challenge as any type of “difference” in the way you do business. Unfortunately, when some sort of “difference” occurs, leaders often shirk their responsibilities. Why? Because they don’t know what to do or say. They waste valuable time in the process and make the journey harder than it needs to be. When people don’t feel a strong sense of commitment and honest communication from management, they shut down and become stricken with fear. They may feel survivor’s guilt after watching their friends get laid off. They have to take on extra responsibility and are subjected to stringent company austerity measures. When this happens, gossip breeds negativity, productivity plummets, and business problems are exacerbated. Often, companies wind up losing their best people because of management inaction. When the inevitable rebound occurs, their organization is left weakened and competitors wind up with the advantage. Recognize, people take their cues from you. Set the tone. Believe in yourself and believe in others. Let them draw security from your strength.
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