Communication and Crisis Management for Ethical Leadership
In August, we uncovered some hard truths about the world we live in and discussed what great leaders need to navigate challenging times. Technology keeps us more accessible than ever, and our society continues to operate faster than it did yesterday. Leaders, we must be responsive, not reactive, and slow down, assess the situation, and implement the right processes. We are more required than ever before to communicate effectively, address our team as individuals, and keep a calm head amidst a crisis.
From waking the boss to keeping your bravado in check, here's what we explored this month on Make It Personal!
Should We Wake Up the Boss
Middle-of-the-night emergencies used to be reserved for police officers, firefighters, and emergency response teams. Today, everyone is within reach at all times. Leaders, it's up to us to set the boundaries for what constitutes 'urgent,' and up to subordinates to trust the communication channels.
Leadership in the Drive-Thru Window Society
Great leaders aren't made in an instant, just like your workplace culture doesn't shift in a heartbeat. Even though we get everything fast (from online orders with overnight shipping to lunch at the drive-thru window), some things can't be rushed.
It's Time to Militarize Your Office Communication
Effective communication is vital in the military and in your place of work. Enhance clarity (and avoid costly mistakes) in your workplace when you adopt these tried-and-true strategies, inspired by what is practiced in the military.
The 'How To' of Influence
Leadership is about influence, especially when a team member is struggling. Keep it people-centric, and you foster a community of accountability and empathy. Here are my tried-and-true strategies for growth—and for resisting the urge to skip ahead.
How Bravado Undermines Leadership
A leader who charges ahead without their team members winds up losing them. Your stamina and capacity for work are great strengths, but only if you use them to help your team grow. Keep your bravado in check with these strategies for delegation, balance, and growth.
Power Corrupts, If You Let It
For better or for worse, power amplifies a leader's traits. How do we ensure ethical leadership over personal corruption? I explore what it takes to maintain moral character and humility, and how to withstand power's intoxicating qualities.
It Will Look Better in the Morning
Keep it calm, even in a crisis. Leaders, we must practice crisis-management strategies that help us assess the risks and make better decisions when bad news rolls in. These leadership lessons will help you navigate the next challenge with a clear head.
Leadership When You Discover a Liar
Trust is the foundation of your professional relationships, but what happens when dishonesty shatters it? Confirm your organizational values and resolve the conflict, so you can encourage honest team dynamics in the future. It's a delicate situation—here's how to handle it as such.
I'll Train That Out of You—A Leadership Mindset
It's not wagging a finger, it's a leader's promise. 'I'll train that out of you' is, from a great coach or mentor, an investment in their team. When you commit to your team's growth, you take on a proactive leadership mindset destined for success.
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