Prosperous businesses don’t pop up overnight. Someone drives
them to success. That person is their leader. This
applies to families too, not just business. Every family hits
a rough spot, and every family has one person they look to as their
leader.
Everyone has to weather a rough patch at some point, and while
business leaders must make tough decisions on how to improve their
situation, they also have to pay close attention to team morale.
The most damage to a business and a family often comes from low
spirits.
This means, when trying times hit, your company and your
family will need a leader more than ever. In recent months, the
novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19) has negatively impacted
businesses all over the world, with 79% of US businesses impacted
and 34% of working adults are unemployed.
Income, sales and revenue are falling short. You may be facing
the prospect of downsizing. Your best employee might be struggling
to work remotely full time. Your team's morale is at an all-time
low, and it's your job as their manager to lift their spirits and
get them back on track. Your family may be on the brink of falling
apart.
As a result, many have adapted, expanded their products and
found new ways to engage their market. The good news is, you can
too. To help guide your operation through crises, here are some
leadership tips. It is designed for business, but the same
principles apply for leading your family.
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