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#28 Part 1: Leading Through Organizational Chaos

Season #1 Episode #28

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Summary  

Sometimes we end up working for an organization that is in utter chaos because of a lack of structure, a lack of communication, or a negative work culture. Leaders are the first ones people look to for answers in times of hardship and crisis, but they are also the first ones to be blamed. But if the problems of the organization aren’t fixed or are actually made worse by the executive level, how can the leaders and employees below them help turn the organization around? 

Application: 

Part 1: Work for positive change through the domains of impact: 

  1. Self - Put the oxygen mask on yourself: lead in the domain of self by putting the oxygen mask on yourself. Remind yourself that your identity, purpose, and skills are bigger than your current title or paycheck. Learn how to zoom out and reframe your thoughts among the chaotic situations so that you are able to respond and not react with big emotions or actions. And Finally wash off the work day before going home and engaging with your family. 
  2. Relationships - Put the oxygen mask on others: lead in the domain of relationships by helping others put on their oxygen masks.  Provide support for your team by creating a format or platform to safely share their frustrations. Empathically listen and encourage your fellow team members. And when the time is right, use the opportunity to coach them in leadership so they can in turn help others with their oxygen masks. And remember the three warnings: Don’t feel the need to own or solve the problem in the moment, structure the support so it doesn’t take more time than it needs, and always speak in such a way that WHEN your words are repeated you are not ashamed of them. 

References: 

  • Maxwell, John (2007). The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership. USA: HarperCollins Leadership
  • Covey, S. R. (1989). The seven habits of highly effective people: Restoring the character ethic. New York: Simon and Schuster.
  • Brown, Brene. (2018). Dare to Lead. New York: Random House. 
  • The Holy Bible, English Standard Version. ESV® Text Edition: 2016. Copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a publishing ministry of Good News Publishers.