“ Uncertainty is part of the journey,  but it doesn’t have to derail you. When you do the inner work to remain centered and grounded, you lead with courage, clarity, and calm, even in the face of the unknown.”

Nothing in our world is certain. While we like to believe we have things under “control”, our environment is filled with unexpected influences that topple even the best intended plans, strategies, and projections. In this episode, I talk about one of the most important skills a leader can have: the ability to navigate uncertainty. We’ll explore  what it takes to lead through uncertainty, why doing your own inner work is key and how you can develop the capacity to stay grounded in the unknown.

In this episode:

  • An important lesson I learned while leading through uncertainty 
  • Why doing inner work on yourself is key to navigating uncertainty
  • Strategy #1: Anchor yourself
  • Strategy #2: Communicate openly
  • Strategy #3: Focus on what you can control

Leadership Presence | Mastering the Inner Work of Leadership is your guide to leading with less ego and more soul. Your host is Janet Ioli, leadership and human development expert, sought-after coach, advisor to global executives, and former executive with experience in four Fortune 200 companies. In this podcast, she digs into the real deep work and empowers leaders to show up with authenticity, build emotional intelligence, and lead in a way that leaves a lasting impact.

 

Noteworthy Quotes from This Episode

“In times of uncertainty, it’s not about having all the answers. It’s not about having a perfect plan. It’s about being the kind of leader that people trust and people can count on.”

“ Inner work helps you stay grounded. It gives you the tools to manage your emotions, to stay present, and to lead with clarity, even when the path ahead isn’t clear.”

“ Anchoring yourself to put yourself in a clear state of mind out of fear is really critical.”

“ People respect leaders who are transparent and authentic, not people who look like they’re reading a script or they’re just touting a party line. So, be honest.”

“ Honestly, there are a lot of things that are out of our control. But there’s always something you can control: you can control your mindset, your actions, and your support for your team. Focus on those things.

 

Resource Links: 

Connect with Janet Ioli:

Website: janetioli.com

Linkedin: Janet Ioli

Instagram: @janetioli

Janet is the founder of Power Presence Academy. She helps leaders ground themselves with confidence, connection, and purpose and lead with Less Ego, More Soul.

If you want to become more grounded, confident, and aligned with your deeper values in just 21 days. Check out Janet Ioli’s book Less Ego, More Soul: A Modern Reinvention Guide for Women.

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