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September 2020 #12254 Page #84
9 Success Factors for Exceptional Leadership During Challenging Times
By Randy Goruk
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s we traverse the second half of 2020, we can expect the time between now and January 2021 to fly by. As it does, we have to prepare to lead our teams through the year’s extreme challenges.
The COVID-19 pandemic and other events—hurricanes, tornadoes, monsoons, cyber-crime, social unrest, unemployment, economic instability, and more—concern us. Beyond that, we face a presidential election that could change our country significantly. During this challenging year, stay focused on these 9 success factors that will foster exceptional leadership during times like these.
1. Recognize that leadership during challenging times is not much different than any other time. Demonstrate unwavering character—Lead with actions, words, and behaviors in the best interest of those you serve. Take the high road when you’re faced with challenges, and just do the right thing. Show you care—Show you care about the well-being of your employees, customers, vendors, and community. If you don’t care about them, why should they care about you? What is one more action you can take to show you care? Communicate fully—Tell others where you’re at, where you’re going, how you’ll get there, and what it will be like when you arrive. And don’t feel you have to plan and communicate all on your own. Solicit suggestions from people on your team. Think things through—Acknowledge that you might not be an expert in the tough issue(s); however, you can gather facts, do research, consider options, and then assess the consequences of your decisions. Think it through without procrastinating. Be mentally tough—Accept that many decisions you will make are unprecedented. Summon your courage to implement them. If you stay grounded by your values, your mission, and your vision for the future, making the right decisions will be easier. Embrace accountability—Don’t wait for others to take action. You are the leader.
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