About this episode
Show Notes: [0:00:49] Intro | Timely Topics We’re all surrounded by uncertainty in these trying times. Dealing with uncertainty in your business & your life How we respond to universal uncertainty is unique to each of us. [0:05:25] Identifying Uncertainty in Your Business We wrongfully attribute uncertainty to risk. We often lack the information to reasonably define uncertainty as risk. Using Slack as an example. Certain people are excited by uncertanty. It’s very important to be able to react to the unknown things that pop up. You can address some uncertainty simply by not being too certain of your plans. Keep an eye and ear attuned to your marketplace. [0:13:50] Everyone Handles Uncertainty Differently, and That’s Okay Uncertainty may entice, excite, and compel some to action. Some of the best things can come from uncertainty and learning to act in the face of it. [0:15:35] Leadership is Not the Absence of Uncertainty There are 3 Responses to Uncertainty: Denial Overconfidence Or Analysis Paralysis Huge Companies Have Crumbled Being Unready for Unknown-Unknowns [0:17:30] If you don’t have any uncertainty...you may have larger problems. The further you move from this moment, the greater the uncertainty. The pandemic proved we were all a little too certain. Knowing your values forms an archor point to combat uncertainty. Your response to uncertanty will uncover things about you and your company culture. [0:26:35] Parting Words Remember, if you've identified it, then it's a risk, not an uncertanty. When planning and identifying uncertanty, opportunity often presents itself. If we're somewhat aware and prepared, we're then able to pivet more readily, and shift into the next thing we're supposed to become. It's not easy to accomplish, but it's worth the investment.
