Saturday Catch-up: light at the end of the tunnel

This Saturday, we're looking back at some of our blog posts that tackle the hardest parts of change. It's easy to feel overwhelmed, but these articles serve as a reminder that there is a path through challenging times. So, grab a coffee, take a deep breath, and remember: there's light at the end of the tunnel.

Finding Courage in Leadership and Resilience in Ourselves

Change can bring about difficult situations, and our articles show that courage and resilience are essential tools for navigating them.

• Leading Bravely Against the Bully: Bravery in leadership isn't always about grand gestures; it's also about having the courage to face difficult issues head-on. This includes addressing bullying behaviour within your own team. A brave leader is committed to creating a culture of respect and inclusivity by taking a stand, even when it's uncomfortable.

  
  

• Dealing with Disappointment: Disappointment is a common part of any change journey. Our blog "Dealing with Disappointment in Constant Change and Transformation Environments" suggests cultivating resilience and a proactive mindset. By acknowledging setbacks, you can navigate them and emerge stronger, turning disappointments into stepping stones for growth.

  
  

• Beating the Beat Up: In "Beating the Beat Up: Are We Still Talking About Resilience?", we reflect on the tendency for conscientious professionals to be their own harshest critics. It's easy to beat ourselves up over things we can't control, but this only erodes our resilience. The article encourages self-compassion, reminding us not to hold ourselves accountable for forces beyond our influence.

Proactive Strategies for When Change Is Going Badly

Sometimes, you can just feel that a change isn't going well. That "sinking feeling" is a powerful indicator that it's time to act.

• Gut Feel and Lag Indicators: Our blog "Gut Feel and Lag Indicators: When Change Isn't Going Well" argues that when a change professional has a "gut feel" that the people side of a change is failing, they need to take action. This can be the difference between a project's recovery and its complete failure. The solution is to seek an outside perspective, diagnose the issues, and make the problems visible so they can be addressed.

  
  

• Leaning in is the Hardest Part: "Leaning in is the Hardest Part of Change" highlights a key step in navigating any transition. Leaning in means fully facing the change after acknowledging it. While it may seem daunting, it's only by letting go of the familiar that we can make room for innovation and growth. It's about seeing the world with fresh eyes and embracing the surprising rewards that come with new possibilities.

  
  

The Power of Self-Compassion

The common thread through all these articles is the importance of empathy, not just for others but for ourselves. Change, whether simple or complex, takes time to process. It’s only human to have feelings about what you're going through. Acknowledging these feelings, breaking down the change into manageable components, and committing to a plan of action are powerful first steps toward a more positive outcome.

That's the catch-up for this Saturday: there is light at the end of the tunnel

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