In this time of great uncertainty in the world, a new approach to leadership is needed: one that recognizes the paramount importance of compassion. As workers face new challenges they’ve never encountered before, expressions of empathy from leaders — as well as other colleagues — have been critical to employee well-being and productivity. And as stay-at-home orders lift and more companies open their doors to their workforce, offering kindness and support to teammates is key to a smoother re-entry.
We asked our Thrive community to share how they plan to communicate or lead with compassion and empathy in our next normal. Which of these will you try?
Check in with teammates regularly
Ask meaningful questions
Be considerate of others’ time
Model compassion — toward yourself
Allow for differences in how you cope
Rethink gender-biased policies
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