Reality-Based Leadership

This week, I want to talk about how we can hold space for others, widen our perspective of what others are going through, and not allow our ego to make quick judgments right now. I also want to discuss how we can make what I call repair attempts (AKA: mulligans, do-overs, making amends!) when we screw up. Join me on Facebook Live this week on Thursday, May 14 at Noon CST. https://bit.ly/2SNhEcy

Boy, are we learning a lot about ourselves and others during this quarantine! Have you stopped to notice and pay attention? This podcast is all about listening to what you have discovered about yourself during this time. What has been better? What has been worse? What has surprised you? The more we tune into how this time has changed us, the more we can grow. Ask me your questions on this week's Facebook Live on Thursday, May 7, 12:00 PM CST: https://bit.ly/3d05ox1

Today's podcast is a rapid-fire of questions all related to how we're doing - emotionally - during this pandemic. No two people are experiencing this pandemic alike. While some have too much time and feel lonely, others are overwhelmed and wish they had more time. Still, some others are losing their jobs and those they love most, causing incredible grief and stress. One thing is for sure is that we are getting a good lesson in how to process all of these emotions. I hope this episode will help you do just that. Join me on Facebook Live on Wednesday, April 29 for live Q&A: https://bit.ly/2Kw0GuN

Two themes are emerging for me in your pandemic questions this week: finding space for others and getting perspective. Our egos are flaring up right now and seeing insult where there isn't any, and we have to be ready to combat it. Q's answered: I am a nurse manager. How can I give good communication to my team and help them focus on the task at hand when there is so much fear, anxiety, and stress? My director is micro-managing me and not letting our team do our jobs. What are your tips for defusing my anger when I get unwanted feedback? Join me on Facebook Live this Thursday, April 23 12:00 PM CST

This week I'm answering 4 of your questions as we continue to find our way through this challenging time. My biggest hope is that you can find peace amidst the chaos. Questions answered: - I want to continue working from home, while my co-workers are at the office. How do I ask for what I need? - I feel anxious and distracted working at home right now. How can I refocus and get back to productive work? - I am extroverted and realize that I get a lot of my motivation and confidence from others. How can I nip that insecurity in the bud and stop being such people pleaser? - How can I help my team and co-workers rise above the chaos, drama, and anxiety and stay focused on the task at hand? Join me on Facebook Live this Thursday, 4/16 12:00 PM CST https://bit.ly/2Vkv7ca

This week, I'm back to answering your questions about surviving this pandemic: How can I deal with staff anger and resentment when they are now asked to account for their time at home? I see the benefit of routine, but how can we establish new routines that work for our current situation? I'm a nurse manager. How can I support my team who is angry about things out of our control? I'm fearful that our company is only thinking about short-term vs. planning for the long-term! Join me on Facebook Live this Tuesday & Thursday for live Q&A. https://bit.ly/34fnvf2

I'm going to pause on my current podcast series so I can come to you weekly with my thoughts, reflections, tips, and techniques for how to move through this time together successfully. How can we simply survive this time we have been given, or dare I say, thrive? I'm going to talk about two mantras that are so powerful for me right now: Love Wins & Evolve Yourself I'd love to hear your questions! What challenges are you facing? How can I help? Send me your questions anonymously here and I may answer it on an upcoming episode! 

I'd love to come to you as often as possible during this strange and confusing time. Right now, maybe you're like me and feeling A LOT of emotions. That's why I thought it would be important to talk about how to process these emotions and to not let them turn into your suffering. Please let me know in the comments if these are helpful and if you would like to see more! I'd love to hear from you.. what questions do you have for me? Submit yours anonymously here.

When you come into a new leadership role, it's common for your ego to come out to play. In this case, fear took over the ability to move to action, stories overrode facts, victims and villains were alive and well. But when you can move beyond your ego and fear, and give yourself some compassion, it's amazing how well you will be able to lead. Check out Steven's book, Along the Way Submit your Dear Cy Letter to me anonymously here! 

With the frequent updates and changes to our daily lives because of COVID-19, I am sure many of you are feeling uncertain, scared, or just not sure how to lead at this time. I wanted to share some thoughts about how I'm trying to move through this rapidly changing and uncertain world at this time, and I hope it helps you in some way.