Episode 70 - Ten Tips for Leading Others Through the Coronavirus Pandemic

<h2 data-pm-slice="0 0 []"><strong>Summary</strong></h2> <p class="">In this week’s Leadership Today podcast we explore ten tips for leading others through the Coronavirus pandemic. Like any other crisis, this too shall pass. Now is the time to lead others in a way that leaves our people and organisations in a stronger position once the crisis is over. </p> <p class="" data-rte-preserve-empty="true"> </p> <h2><strong>Transcript</strong></h2> <p class="">Hello and welcome to episode 70 of the Leadership Today podcast where each week we tackle one of today’s biggest leadership challenges. This week we explore 10 tips for leading others through the coronavirus pandemic.</p> <p class="">It is March 2020 and the world is in the grip of a global virus pandemic. Individuals, organisations, cities and even entire countries are moving towards isolation in an attempt to slow down the spread. Travel is becoming increasingly difficult. Family members are separated from each other. Relatives are unwell. Major events and sporting seasons are cancelled. Share markets are in free fall. Supply chains are impacted. Businesses are grinding to a halt. It all sounds like the start of a science fiction movie. But this is all a very real challenge for leaders.</p> <p class="">Given all of this, even our most resilient people are likely to be experiencing uncertainty and fear. Each morning they wake up to hear yet more bad news. They’re worried about their health, their families, their friends and their jobs. While there are some similarities to the global financial crisis from a business perspective, the impact on the day-to-day lives of our people is much greater. </p> <p class="">At the very moment where leaders are at risk of becoming distracted and distant, they need to become more focused and present.</p> <p class="">Here are 10 tips for leading others through the coronavirus pandemic:</p> <ol data-rte-list="default"> <li> <p class="">Be informed and prepared. Do your research from reputable sources. Keep up to date with informati