As we close in on the end of 2022, it’s only natural to reflect on the events of the past year, both what went well… and what didn’t. The difficult thing is that all this reflection comes during the busiest time for most of us! Organizations are often scrambling to end the year on a high note, teams are working hard, and leaders have little time to spare; and that’s not even mentioning the family gatherings and holiday parties that fill the month of December. We’re all running at top speed, yet taking a moment to slow down will actually help you be more efficient and effective.

The holidays have officially arrived, and as our schedules fill up with parties and family responsibilities, making time for reflection isn’t often at the top of our to-do list. Coasting through the end of the year can be very tempting, but I encourage you to make space to evaluate your team’s health and performance during the last year. What are your greatest successes? Your greatest challenges?

This is not an easy time to be a leader. With burnout and looming macroeconomic uncertainty, your company is guaranteed to be going through change right now. Many companies are starting to tighten the belt. You might be one of the lucky few companies that are growing, which means you might be struggling with what that growth means. Either way, being a leader in this moment means navigating growth or contraction (a.k.a. change).

How do you thrive in both work and life? What’s realistic? With all the demands on your time and attention, what does “good” look like for you? Are you the leader you envision in your work and life?

The tightening of capital through the Fed, inflation rising at a rate we haven’t seen in 40 years, a war in Europe with deep implications around food and fuel supplies, supply chain failures, and (of course) looming climate change are all combining to make us feel a little nervous.

Did I stress you out yet?

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When stepping into leading a new team, you are the change, and with any change, the team is going to hold some Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt. However, as a leader, it is your responsibility to lead the charge and be able to successfully quell the F.U.D.

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