What Employees Need from Leaders in Uncertain Times

In this episode of Culture by Design, Tim and Junior sit down to talk about leading through uncertainty. The content from this episode comes from Dr. Clark’s most recent Harvard Business Review publication, an article entitled What Employees Need from Leaders in Uncertain Times. In the episode, they explore the impact of uncertainty on individuals and organizations and share four practical strategies for effectively leading teams through uncertain times.TakeawaysUncertainty is a constant in life and can have both negative and positive impacts.Creating thick trust is essential for effective leadership during uncertain times.Inoculating with vision helps motivate and guide individuals and teams through uncertainty.Increasing honesty and transparency builds trust and fosters a positive work environment.Seeing uncertainty as an opportunity allows leaders to explore new possibilities and stay competitive.Chapters00:00 Introduction03:10 The Impact of Uncertainty11:06 Perception of Uncertainty19:57 Creating Thick Trust27:11 Inoculating with Vision35:17 Increasing Honesty and Transparency39:46 Seeing Uncertainty as Opportunity50:25 ConclusionImportant LinksHBR Article