TRUST AND ENGAGE
Extraordinary times provide opportunities for extraordinary leadership. Especially in times of great economic uncertainty, senior leaders have an opportunity to consciously leap out of the power trap and work with their people to resolve the most vexing problems facing the company. This is not the time to retrench. It is the time to trust, engage, and collaborate.
What does it take to make this choice?
Business leaders who are most likely to leap out of the power trap are those who can do three things:
Trust themselves. They have done their personal development work and are clear about their principles, values, and direction. They are able to show their humanity and compassion toward others.
Trust the workforce. They know that ...
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