Michael Lee Stallard

JANUARY 10, 2022

Brooks differentiated the terms this way in an article in The Atlantic : “Optimism is the belief that things will turn out all right; hope makes no such assumption but is a conviction that one can act to make things better in some way.” Communicating in Times of Uncertainty. Are hope and optimism the same thing?

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Short-term Uncertainty Compliance Article 396

QAspire

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

A lot of companies think of adaptability through short term measures like overhauling organization structure, changing the product strategy, putting new processes in place or bringing new talent. Authors define adaptability as: Adaptability is the ability to learn flexibly and efficiently and to apply that knowledge across situations.

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Short-term Tactics McKinsey Long-term 172

Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 28, 2023

However, by adopting a strategic mindset and pragmatic habits, you can invest more confidently and tune out short-term noise. Focus on Long-Term Horizon Short-term price swings feel nerve-wracking. But adopting a long-term perspective mutes daily market noise. Quality information reduces uncertainty.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

It leads to short-term thinking. Flux : 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change by April Rinne (Berrett-Koehler Publishers, 2021) A world in flux calls for a new mindset, one that treats constant change and uncertainty as a feature, not a bug. It also undermines long-term business performance.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2021

But most hear two conflicting voices in their heads: an optimistic voice telling them all the reasons they should start a business, and a second voice-one that fears uncertainty-telling them all the reasons they should remain someone else's employee. It also undermines long-term business performance.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

In Provoke: How Leaders Shape the Future by Overcoming Fatal Human Flaws , renowned strategy consultants and best-selling authors Geoff Tuff and Steven Goldbach deliver an insightful exploration of how people tend to act tentatively in the face of uncertainty and provide the tools we need to do things differently.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 20, 2020

There’s no long-term planning; there’s no strategic prioritization of issues.” There is uncertainty in fixing upstream problems, especially when they are not reoccurring. Organizations are constantly dealing with urgent short-term problems. Think in terms of continuous improvement. They adopt tunnel vision.

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Short-term Long-term Learning-by-Doing Case Study 440

Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 1, 2021

During times of uncertainty and change, it’s easy to focus on what we don’t know. Be sure your team has a clear understanding of their strategic, short-term, and daily priorities. . “This is hard for me too, and this is why.” Clarify Your MITs (Most Important Things).

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

It is an investment in the future of the company and its leaders, ensuring they are equipped with the skills, mindset, and resilience required to navigate the complexities and uncertainties that lie ahead. In short, executive leadership team coaching is not just a luxury but a strategic imperative for organizations striving for excellence.

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Next Level Blog

APRIL 21, 2020

Now that we’re all definitely in the early days of the most VUCA situation we’ve ever had since the term was invented, I want to share it with you in the hope that it can help you identify some next steps. The second step in the action framework, therefore, is to do what you can to reduce uncertainty by gathering data and insights.

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Uncertainty Short-term Leadership Letter 133

QAspire

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

A lot of companies think of adaptability through short term measures like overhauling organization structure, changing the product strategy, putting new processes in place or bringing new talent. Authors define adaptability as: Adaptability is the ability to learn flexibly and efficiently and to apply that knowledge across situations.

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Short-term Tactics McKinsey Long-term 91

Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2018

Changing the way someone is used to doing things might mean giving up these (often short-term) advantages, whereas your focus is on other advantages in the long term. How something new will turn out isn’t yet known and leads to uncertainty, which one rather avoids. There is a tendency in all nature to resist change.

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Resistance Leadership Proposal Uncertainty 261

Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2020

In short, today’s leaders need to be even more flexible and adaptive. How to do this involves four key steps: We need to expand our definition of the term ‘leader’. That requires better strategic thinking, creativity and innovation, and greater agility and responsiveness. My concern.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 10, 2023

Using Google Trends allowed the researchers to identify the use of words and search terms, such as “moving company”, or “house for rent” which suggests a permanent change of residence. Indeed, by June 2020, the number of those wanting to make long-term changes had risen by 24%. Measuring intent.

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Real Estate Short-term Trends Long-term 114

Leading Blog

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Despite all this, Short still demonstrates an unparalleled joie de vivre —he just keeps moving forward. A learned practice that ebbs and flows being fluid is a sign of strength in times of uncertainty. Trusting: Nothing fruitful in the long term comes without integrity. His wife of 30 years died of cancer at age 58.

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Altman Self-aware Short-term Learning-by-Doing 373

Leading Blog

MARCH 18, 2019

A good strategy helps a company clarify the tradeoffs that will be needed to make between short-term improvements and long-term opportunities. The best strategy when facing high degrees of uncertainty is to hedge and build options for the future.”. Pisano carefully details how companies should do each of them.

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Innovation Company Construction Creativity 282

The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Volunteers, who were managers embedded in these struggling communities, reported notable long-term improvements in their attitudes towards their employers and their work performance. Their experiences in remote locations fostered a greater acceptance of working conditions characterized by ambiguity and uncertainty. ”

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Company Short-term Loyalty Long-term 89

Lead Change Blog

MARCH 12, 2018

Time is a resource in chronically short supply. Leaders want to minimize uncertainty. If so, which behaviors are being rewarded—fast, shallow, short-term decision-making; going by the book; fitting in? Here’s why I say that. Leaders want efficiency. takes time. No fuss, no muss, and so efficient.

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Short-term Efficiency Proposal Uncertainty 243

The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 12, 2022

Institutional investors, such as hedge funds, are increasingly active in terms of their attempt to influence the direction of the firms they invest in. The authors argue that this loss of talent is largely because of the uncertainty caused by the hedge funds activity. Lasting impact.

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Hedge Short-term Attrition Human Capital 104

The Horizons Tracker

JULY 31, 2022

While traditional management theory suggests that flexible staffing can be a valuable hedge against uncertainty in both demand and volume, the paper reminds us that this can place a considerable toll on the workforce and result in a much higher loss of talent due to the high turnover.

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Hedge Human Capital Stress Short-term 119

Leading Blog

APRIL 3, 2020

This approach self-evidently enables a mindset that offers a long-term perspective. Because, if leaders are balancing the needs of stakeholders in a values-conscious way, they will not cut corners or put short term gains at the forefront of decisions. This meets the need to slow down and not overreact.

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McKinsey Emotional Intelligence Crisis Self-aware 293

Leading Blog

JANUARY 30, 2014

It’s short term thinking. Uncertainty makes us crave comfortable answers. It opens us up to possibilities that were not readily apparent to us. Bad spin is a lie. It misleads and exaggerates. It’s opportunistic; design to benefit the spinner. It distorts reality and narrows our possibilities.

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Short-term Teamwork Uncertainty Course 282

The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 2, 2021

Maintaining an innovation agenda is paramount for the long-term survival of organizations,” the researchers say. For instance, mentality change was regarded as key so that managers could stay positive and leverage their network to look for long-term success. ” Making it work.

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 26, 2019

They are the beliefs that guide behavior, the reasoning that informs decisions, an internalized map for navigating uncertainty and determining direction through the unknown. They have the “stomach” to walk away from opportunities that aren’t good enough, outlasting more delicate participants who “cave” in order to end the uncertainty.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 11, 2021

An effective employee onboarding program ensures the short and long-term success of the new hire and your company. This is a huge loss in terms of both human and capital resources. Onboarding is the first introduction the new joined has to your organization, so it is imperative that one gets it right. . Reduced stress.

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Influence Short-term Long-term Compliance 116

Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 4, 2020

A Lot of Uncertainty, Survey Finds. A Lot of Uncertainty, Survey Finds. Learn some short-term actions and some longer-term initiatives you can take toward the sustained, hard work our organizations and people deserve. . ” Find Diana on Twitter at @DianaPMAuthor.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

The wellbeing of people during the COVID-19 pandemic has been a hot topic, not least among managers who are concerned about the ability of employees to cope with the extreme disruption and uncertainty caused by the virus. New research from the University of Exeter Business School highlights how big a problem this is.

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 30, 2013

When it comes to courageous leadership, the image that often comes to mind is of a leader who is not just assertive in the face of uncertainty, but who also exudes a sense of fearlessness regarding the situation before them. Unfortunately, when it comes to courage in leadership, we often have a wrong impression of what that means.

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Uncertainty Long-term Short-term Learning-by-Doing 279

Strategy Driven

APRIL 17, 2023

But you may also feel overwhelmed by all the hype and uncertainty. They can help you sue in exchange for hefty compensation if it falls short of compliance. Think long-term, and don’t let market fluctuations influence your choices. Are you all set to join the crypto investing bandwagon?

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Skip Prichard

DECEMBER 16, 2021

Finally, organizations today are living in a highly volatile environment with pressure for ever-increasing short-term profits and that is yet another factor that creates the perfect recipe for fear to permeate and get deeply embedded in organizations. Fear will exist for all of us, especially in times of change and uncertainty.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 15, 2024

High stakes, strong wills, and increasing uncertainty can make decisions at the top of your organization fraught. Fourth, they must keep the long view in mind, even in a short-term crisis. Executives must proactively and productively make covert disagreements overt and foster a healthy dialog with board members.

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QAspire

NOVEMBER 20, 2011

Ability to deal with rapid changes and uncertainties on the field is as critical a skill for organizations/teams as it is for the military troops. In case of teams, individuals and organizations, the consequences may not be visible in a short term, [.]

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Leading Blog

MAY 5, 2014

Paradoxes are recurring issues that are familiar and present throughout organizations today: the conflicting needs of purpose and profit, short- and long-term goals, local versus global demands, and the need for a flatter, more nimble organization that still executes with discipline. Paradoxes deal with uncertainty and ambiguity.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

The Barbadian government explained that the move was prompted by COVID-19, and especially the difficulties it presents to short-term visits due to the time-consuming nature of testing and the possibility of quarantines. Tropical working. Nowhere is the appeal of working in such a tropical paradise more evident than in Yoko Village.

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Tourism Travel Short-term GDP 140

Great Leadership By Dan

NOVEMBER 17, 2016

Cheerleading each time for the “new reality” through all the uncertainty, when I too had fears and uncertainties, was exhausting—like lost sleep you never catch up on. 81% of workers in the top Companies to work for rated their workplace as “Fun” · Fun (short-term “happiness” shocks) is best delivered in short and consistent doses.

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 17, 2020

At this moment, most organizations are focused on helping their customers and employees with immediate safety and security needs, recognizing the immediate short-term financial impact on their end goals. The move is aimed at leading by example, motivating employees and ensuring business viability in the short-term.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 3, 2014

VUCA: Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity has little chance of showing its many faces, and when it does, everyone will be committed to do what is necessary to overcome it and to remain on the path that achieves absolute shared purpose. Organizations that use this approach are destined to achieve five related outcomes.

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Innovation Crisis Leadership Agility 334