The Upwardly Global team in honor of Black History Month hosted a session focused on “Navigating Change During Times of Uncertainty” Gabrielle Fricke, Global DEIB Strategist at PowerToFly, joined by Noelle Johnson. Through a Q&A format explored strategies and practices that can help individuals build resilience amidst change and uncertainty.
In the spirit of continued learning, we're sharing access to the Courageous Conversation so that you can watch it on your own time and learn more from our subject matter expert.
📝Key Takeaways
After watching the session, you will gain the following insights and actionable steps:
1. Workplace Change Impact
Insight: Workplace changes can be as stressful as major life events, ranking near serious life stressors on the life index.
Action: Identify what remains within your control during change and create structured routines that provide stability.
2. Transparency Needs
Insight: Even when full transparency isn't possible, clarity about what is unknown is crucial for people to navigate uncertainty.
Action: Ask for or provide clear "why" explanations behind changes, which reduces anxiety even when complete information isn't available.
3. Different Responses to Change
Insight: People respond to change differently based on lived experiences, past workplace trauma, and marginalized identities.
Action: Create multiple feedback channels, including anonymous options, so everyone can express concerns in ways comfortable for them.
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