Leadership in Uncertain Times

Fostering unity, support and respect in challenging times

It’s such an interesting time we’re all experiencing right now. There’s so much division being created in the world—and so much happening within our own country. Just to be completely upfront, this blog is not about political beliefs. There’s already more than enough of that being shared on social media, and in my opinion, it seems to be causing more harm than good. Again—that’s just my opinion!

I’m writing this with the hope of fostering connection and encouraging support as we face the uncertainty and fear that often drive a wedge between us. Of course, this is easier said than done. The uncertainty and fear we’re experiencing are, for the most part, beyond our control—unless, of course, we’re creating them ourselves. If we continue to consume the constant stream of news and social media, it’s inevitable that the division will grow and ultimately push us even further apart.

So, what can we do to create more connection, support, community—and ultimately, more love and less hate?

Let’s talk about Leadership. Leadership always plays a significant role in setting the tone and direction. If leadership is critical to creating unity, connection, support, and sound decision-making, then we must ask ourselves: What kind of leader do I want to be—for myself and for those around me?

Jim Rohn has a famous quote that I believe to be true: “Work harder on yourself than you do on your job.” This means you're not passively waiting to be told or shown what to do. Instead, you're actively driving your own path to personal development. You're investing time in figuring out how to improve yourself and positively impact those around you. Being a self-actualizing person—or leader—means you’re in competition with only one person: yourself.

When we make intentional decisions to show respect—for ourselves and for others—we’re also choosing how we show up in the world. When we feel the urge to express anger, fear, or hate, or to say something potentially hurtful or disrespectful, can we pause and choose our next words or actions more carefully? We can ask ourselves: What will be the impact of what I’m about to say or do? Will my words be helpful or harmful? Do I have the emotional maturity to disagree with someone while still respecting their perspective?

As we move through 2025 with so much uncertainty ahead, one thing we can take full responsibility for is ourselves—our words, our actions, and how we choose to interact with others. I don’t believe being passive is the answer, and I don’t believe being aggressive is either. The sweet spot lies somewhere in the middle. Knowing the difference between the two will help you build stronger connections—and become the kind of leader others want to follow.

Curious to learn more? Feel free to schedule a call. We can discuss the different ways I can help you develop teams and a culture built on trust through my proven leadership workshops, training programs, and 1:1 performance coaching. Taking responsibility is taking action—and taking action leads to results!