“It’s triggering”,” one woman leader told me.
Checking in with my leaders yesterday, and many of the women leaders, especially those of color, are stressed because of all that’s going on in their lives and at work, but adding on the stress of this election season is far too much for them.
I’ve been sharing with them how to manage and eradicate that stress.
When you are stressed, leaders do not perform at your best—physically and mentally. But sometimes we get into a vicious cycle of stress that precludes us from being as productive, creative and innovative as possible. And I know, in addition to life and work, sometimes the world levels drama on us that we didn’t particularly ask for. So what should you do?
Here are the 3 biggest mistakes leaders make during stressful times and keep them from operating at their best (and what you can do about it).
Regaining your peace and productivity is one of the units within the SOAR Women’s Leadership Academy Fall Cohort that kicks off in less than two weeks—and you can still be a part of this hybrid learning and coaching experience that merges the power of community with curriculum and coaching that will position you better for the E- and C-Suites.
Submit your application and make your deposit here: lmichellesmith.com/soar
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