How to Be a Supportive Manager When Times Are Tough

As disturbing world events continue to unfold, it’s understandable that your team’s minds are elsewhere. As a manager, what can you do to support your team right now? How do you balance the need for compassion with the need to still get work done? The author offers recommendations for how to manage through uncertain times. To start, take some time to understand your own emotions. You’ll be better able to support your team and model resiliency if you acknowledge and manage any stress and anxiety you feel yourself. It’s also important not to bottle your emotions, or to expect employees to do the same. Encourage self-compassion, ask people what they need, and model self-care.