How can you identify your leadership style in stressful situations?

I agree that in stress context one of the most popular theories is Situational Leadership Theory. SLT is a leadership model developed by Paul Hersey and Ken Blanchard that emphasizes the importance of adapting leadership styles to the specific needs of the situation and the individuals being led. It goes further than the leadership styles, such as authoritarian, democratic, transformational, or servant leadership. SLT proposes that effective leadership is contingent upon the readiness level of followers, which can vary based on their competence and commitment to the task at hand. According to SLT, there are four primary leadership styles: directing, coaching, supporting, and delegating.

I believe not one style fits all. Customizing a style that best fists each individual is key dependent on the size of the team you are serving. Here are top ten characteristics to consider when formulating your leadership style. Humble High Integrity Vision & Strategy A high level of emotional intelligence Extreme ownership Flexible Creative Developer Resilience Confident

In a fast-paced world, stress is a constant companion. This triggers a surge of adrenaline and cortisol, leading to tunnel vision, focusing on immediate tasks while potentially overlooking the bigger picture. Decision-making becomes rapid and instinctual, relying on past experiences. Effective communication with the team is vital, ensuring clarity amidst stress. Others may perceive executives as focused but potentially impatient or closed-off to input. Seeking feedback helps maintain self-awareness and effectiveness. Successfully navigating stress requires resilience, adaptability, and emotional intelligence, enabling executives to lead effectively through turbulent times, and reap the benefits of disruption and innovation.

In Stresssituationen macht sich der wahre Führungsstil erkennbar. Wenn es gut l?uft und alles im Flow ist, dann l?sst es sich recht "gemütlich" führen. Aber bei Konflikten, Druck von au?en oder wenn schwerwiegende Entscheidungen getroffen werden müssen zeigt sich der Führungsstilcharakter. Hier ist es wichtig und von Vorteil sich selbst als Führungskraft Feedback bezüglich seinen Führungsstil zu holen, wenn man an einer positiven Entwicklung interessiert ist.

Take some time to notice your patterns. Without judging or being too hard on yourself, take a few weeks to act like a journalist by collecting data and simply observing. Make note of triggers that create emotional reactions. Start there and reflect on how your current way of being is getting you closer to or pushing you farther from what you say you want. Work with a coach or talk to a trusted friend to brainstorm ways you can choose to shift your reaction to certain triggers. Life is one giant experiment, so why not start with yourself and see what kind of magic can happen!????

Wichtig dabei ist immer authentisch und man selbst zu bleiben. Schauspielerei macht auf Dauer keinen Sinn, da dies sehr viel Ressourcen in Anspruch nimmt. Sich auf die jeweiligen Situationen anzupassen ist gerade in der heutigen Zeit, bei immer flacher werdender Hierarchi, enorm wichtig.

Jeder Mensch reagiert in Stresssituationen anders. Als Führungskraft ist es deshalb wichtig zu wissen, wie jedes Teammitglied reagiert wenn es stressig wird. Diese Info hilft dem Leader um sich perfekt auf jeden im Team einzustellen.

The number one objective on why adapting can be productive, is to maintain effectiveness within the team towards the business goal(s). It is also important for leaders to provide resources, reduce barriers, show resilience, motivate, instill trust, transparency, and high communication during stressful times.