Embracing our humanity is a superhero strategy and it is one leaders must attempt. It requires trust, vulnerability and even a leap of faith, but it is necessary. This HBR article helps us to understand how to engage in a meaningful way with your teams and lead with humanity.
When Crisis Strikes, Lead With Humanity
Executive Summary In a moment like the coronavirus crisis, leaders have to navigate a paradoxical tension: providing direction, guidance, and reassurances while simultaneously acknowledging that the path forward isn’t clear. Balancing this tension requires you to lead with humanity in three important ways: 1) Put people first; 2) Be upfront and vulnerable; and 3) Go out of your way to support and connect.