In times of heightened uncertainty, what can we do to prepare for and handle the uncertainty rather than be tossed around by it? Is there anything we can adjust so that we can do our jobs well in these times?
Today we are speaking with behavioral scientist Matt Wallaert on this exact topic.
Matt will help us zoom out today and understand what the experience heightened uncertainty looks like from a behavioral perspective - it's not just the obvious looks of overwhelm or the on-edge feeling of anxiety – and we will discuss how it shows up in work that sets us up for falling prey to decision-making biases or just plain old mental paralysis.
There is good news: there is much we can do from the individual standpoint and for our teams and organizations, so let’s jump in.
Special note: While this topic is perennial, we did ask Matt for his thoughts in light of so much uncertainty, fear, and dread recently, especially geopolitically. Thank you for being available on short notice to do this for our community, Matt. I hope that the conversation helps to re-center us so that we can do our part to be more effective in all our roles: investors, leaders, family members, and maybe even humanitarians. Thanks for listening.
