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Being an empathetic leader during organizational change

As a leader, it's essential to create a positive and supportive environment for your team, especially during times of organizational change.
April 24, 2023

As a leader, it’s essential to create a positive and supportive environment for your team, especially during times of organizational change.

As an engineering manager, supporting your team through an organizational (org) change can be overwhelming, especially when there’s an expectation for you to have all the answers.  

I faced this challenge when my department announced an org change that would create new responsibilities for my team. The news triggered a range of emotions among team members, including frustration and uncertainty.

At first, I wanted to solve everything immediately. But, after some reflection, I soon realized that I needed to demonstrate empathy and be a supportive leader.

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