In this episode of Finding the Upside, I’m wrapping up the three-part Rebel Leader series with something every leader faces — disruption. One of the most important things to master as a leader is reconnection, especially after there’s been some disruption. Let’s face it in — today’s world of corporate business is unfortunately, riddled with volatility, including reinvention, restructuring, changes in ownership and bankruptcies. When these situations occur, it is critical for leaders to ensure that they can reconnect and rebuild trust with their teams.
Because here’s the truth: real leadership isn’t just about showing up strong. It’s about what you do when everything’s been shaken.
Whether you're a CEO navigating turnover, a team leader post-reorg, or someone working in a fractured culture, this episode is for you. I break down how disruption fractures trust, silences voices, and breeds fatigue and what rebel leaders must do to rebuild.
Reconnection isn’t soft, it’s strategic. And in a world still recovering from burnout and breakdowns, it’s also your competitive edge. Tune in to this episode and learn how to rehumanize leadership.
Here’s a quick look at what you can expect from today’s episode…
[0:50] Disruption is Inevitable in Business
[2:22] Patrick Lencioni - Five Dysfunctions of Teams
[4:02] What happens after to teams after disruption
[6:36] Encourage Healthy Conflict
[9:47] Reinforce the Behavior You Want to See
[10:54] Culture Isn’t a Soft Skill
Episode Show Notes
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