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Speaker 1: This is the seven Minute Leadership Podcast with your host
Speaker 1: Paul Felloldo. Hello everyone, and welcome to the Seven Minute
Speaker 1: Leadership Podcast, Episode two twenty eight, and today we're diving
Speaker 1: into a topic that every leader faces at some point,
Speaker 1: leading through uncertainty. Uncertainty can come from anywhere, a rapidly
Speaker 1: changing environment, in complete information, or unclear goals, and for
Speaker 1: many it's a source of stress. But for leaders, uncertainty
Speaker 1: is an opportunity to shine. So the goal is how
Speaker 1: you can remain effective in guide your team even when
Speaker 1: the path ahead is unclear. And first let's talk about mindset.
Speaker 1: The truth is uncertainty is a constant in leadership, whether
Speaker 1: it's market change, is unexpected crisis, or evolving team dynamics.
Speaker 1: No one has all the answers all the time. Accepting
Speaker 1: that uncertainty is a part of the journey is step
Speaker 1: one and I know for me and my job in
Speaker 1: public safety, accepting uncertainty is the norm. Every day. Great
Speaker 1: leaders shift their focus from what's unknown to what's within
Speaker 1: their control. Your values, your effort, and your ability to
Speaker 1: communicate clearly. When you embrace this mindset, you position yourself
Speaker 1: to lead with clarity even when the future is hazy. Next,
Speaker 1: let's address communication during uncertain times. Your team looks to
Speaker 1: you for direction, even if you don't have all the answers.
Speaker 1: Being honest and transparent goes a long way. For example,
Speaker 1: instead of pretending to have everything figured out, say something
Speaker 1: like here's what we know so far, or here's what
Speaker 1: we're working on, or here's how we'll keep you updated.
Speaker 1: This builds trust and keeps your team focused on what
Speaker 1: they can do right now. And remember, communication isn't just
Speaker 1: top down. Be open to feedback. Oftentimes your team can
Speaker 1: provide insights or solutions that you might not have considered.
Speaker 1: And Third, adaptability is key. As a leader, you set
Speaker 1: the tone for how your team reacts to change. If
Speaker 1: you view uncertainty as an opportunity for growth, your team
Speaker 1: will follow suit. Encourage creative problem solving by framing challenges
Speaker 1: as opportunities. For example, instead of saying we're behind schedule,
Speaker 1: try how can we adjust to stay on track. Empower
Speaker 1: your team to take ownership of solutions and celebrate their
Speaker 1: efforts when they rise to the occasion and Lastly, let's
Speaker 1: talk about resilience. Leading through uncertainty requires mental toughness, not
Speaker 1: just for you, but for your team. Your demeanor during
Speaker 1: tough time sets the tone for everyone else. Focus on
Speaker 1: building resilience through small wins. Break big challenges into smaller,
Speaker 1: manageable goals. Celebrate each milestone and remind your team that progress,
Speaker 1: no matter how small, is still progress. And don't forget
Speaker 1: self care. As a leader, you can't pour from an
Speaker 1: empty cup. Make time to recharge so you can show
Speaker 1: up as your best self for your team. So leadership
Speaker 1: isn't about having all the answers, It's about staying steady
Speaker 1: when things get tough. By accepting uncertainty, communicating clearly, encouraging adaptability,
Speaker 1: in building resilience, you can guide your team through even
Speaker 1: the most ambiguous situations. And if you haven't done so,
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Speaker 1: Minute Leadership podcast and as always, I thank you for listening.
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