Crisis puts the spotlight on leadership. Most teams, provided they are composed of intelligent, motivated people who know what they need to do, can sail along comfortably when things are going well, and leaders have a pretty easy time of it. A corrective word here, a pat on the back there, and the team carries on doing what it does best. Continue reading Leading through crisis – defining reality and giving hope
In the current pandemic where everything is uncertain and the world of work is completely different, what can we do to maintain our mental wellbeing? How do we manage any worries or feelings of anxiety that we might be having? Continue reading The ABC of managing our wellbeing in an uncertain world
Alongside the many challenges that we are facing as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, we are hearing of some amazing innovations and collaborations, as people join together with a common aim. Continue reading How to find creative solutions at work in the midst of the COVID-19 crisis
Many of us are feeling heightened stress and anxiety during this challenging time, as we face changed working circumstances, health concerns, lost social connections and financial pressures. These pressures are real and can be all consuming, at a time when we are potentially being asked to work harder, longer or more flexibly than ever before. Continue reading How to have supportive conversations about the impact of Coronavirus
We are all currently facing new and unexpected challenges, challenges which are touching every part of our lives. The news is a constant stream which can feed anxiety and apprehension. We have little control over the events going on in the outside world, many of our usual support systems have been replaced by remote support, and we are worried about satisfying our basic needs of food and supplies. On top of this, many people have additional demands at the moment, juggling childcare, providing support for elderly or vulnerable relatives or neighbours… and trying to get into new routines of working from home. Continue reading Five ways to stay calm and focused at work during times of crisis
Keeping in touch with your colleagues through this global emergency is going to be challenging for many of us. For some, we’ve had the opportunity to work remotely for a number of years (even if we may have had to spend too much time justifying why it’s beneficial). For others, this is a strange new world – one where our home environments have become our office and video conferencing is the new going out. Continue reading How to stay connected as a newly remote team
In just a few short weeks, the world of work has undergone significant change. Teams that worked closely together in one physical location now operate remotely and are learning how to adapt to the changing needs of their customers while doing so.
Continue reading Seven ways to make your team more adaptable to change
