In turbulent times, where change is inevitable, it makes sense to strengthen your ability to adapt. One way to do this is by increasing your hardiness, or how you remain healthy under stress. Hardy leaders have a strong sense of life and work commitment, a greater feeling of control, and are more open to change and challenges in life. While not immune to the ill-effects of stress, someone who is very hardy is strongly resilient. They tend to interpret stressful and painful experiences as a normal aspect of existence, part of life that is overall interesting and worthwhile.
Build “Hardiness” Into Your Organizational Culture
Hardy leaders have a strong sense of life and work commitment, a greater feeling of control, and are more open to change and challenges in life. While not immune to the ill effects of stress, someone who is very hardy is strongly resilient. They tend to interpret stressful and painful experiences as a normal aspect of existence, part of life that is overall interesting and worthwhile. There are four things you can do to develop your own — and your colleagues’ — hardiness: first, demonstrate a strong sense of commitment, control and challenge when responding to stressful circumstances. Pay attention to how you facilitate both planning and project reviews. Provide opportunities for constructive performance feedback. Finally, provide opportunities for socializing and interacting both on the job and outside of work.