What are leaders 'doing' during times of uncertainty?

Whether we are in formal positions of leadership or not, we all cast a ‘leadership shadow;’ that is, we each affect those around us.

What can we be doing to ensure this ‘shadow’ is helpful rather than hindering during times of uncertainty?

Below are a few tips:

Communicate openly and regularly

Even if uncertainty cannot be removed, communicating effectively can instill a sense of certainty and support others through navigating the unfamiliar terrain.

Show genuine compassion

It is normal for people to feel overwhelmed, anxious, unsettled or even distracted throughout periods of disruption.

Make considered yet timely decisions

Another tension that leading in uncertain times brings, is the need to make decisions when there are fewer facts then there otherwise may have been.