APRIL 2024BUSINESSMANAGEMENTREVIEW.COM8IN MY OPINIONWhile developing talent to lead through uncertainty has been somewhat of a hot topic in recent years, it shouldn't be. Sure, we've dealt with a lot of uncertainty around the globe ­ a raging pandemic, the forced emergence of remote and hybrid work, escalating inflation, daily restructuring and job loss, an exodus of baby boomers from the workforce ­ however, change and uncertainty have been around far longer than the last few years. Quite frankly, uncertainty is life.Uncertainty means "the quality or state of being uncertain", as defined by Meriam-Websters. Ha, if that isn't ambiguous enough how about we look to the second meaning provided which is "something that is uncertain". So, when business leaders ask for support in helping leaders navigate uncertainty what is one to do? Well, let's first acknowledge that no one really has a tried, true, and tested approach to this, no matter what they say. Since the solution can't be found with a quick Google search and an off-the-shelf course, may I suggest you begin with the basics, and don't rush because "if you don't know where you're going, any road will get you there" (Lewis Carroll).Even with all my tenured research and experience, I cannot specifically tell you how to navigate uncertainty. That comes from deep within one's own self. So, this is where the journey starts and professionals in the HR, L&D, or leadership space can help by identifying and developing core skills that will help leaders at all levels ­ not just those at the top of the house ­ to connect internally and externally to values that serve as guideposts By Melissa Law, Vice President, Culture, Talent, and Organizational Development, LibertyLEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT IN TIMES OF UNCERTAINTYMelissa Law
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