Whenever you're in the middle of big changes at work, you may find yourself worrying about what might happen. Whether you're facing a reorganization, layoff, or even a process change, worry at work zaps your energy and robs you of productive time.
Changes, especially at work, can be stressful. Therefore, it makes sense for us to spend time developing strategies to deal with this barrage.
Having a growth mindset is important for our own careers. And when we manage others, we need to apply the same principles to how we view others.
Our reality is defined by our perceptions, and change creates a shift in that reality. When we are faced with uncertainty—new systems, new expectations, new roles—we must be prepared to manage our own perceptions in response.
There’s a pattern I keep noticing in my work with leaders—and once you see it, it’s hard to ignore. When things feel uncertain or fast-moving, capable people tend to respond by taking on more: More responsibility. More problem-solving. More emotional labor.
