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Change is one of the most reliable sources of anxiety in the workplace, often leaving individuals and teams grappling with uncertainty, resistance, and stress. When COVID-19 disrupted life and work overnight, the upheaval highlighted just how unsettling change can be. For many, it wasn’t just the practical adjustments (like shifting to remote work) but the loss of normalcy and the fear of the unknown that fueled anxiety. In my role during the early days of the pandemic, I wit

Well-being is the cornerstone of managing workplace stress and anxiety. When it’s neglected, a vicious cycle emerges: stress leads to anxiety, anxiety depletes well-being, and poor well-being further amplifies stress. Left unchecked, this spiral can lead to burnout, affecting not only professional performance but also physical, mental, and emotional health. I’ve experienced this firsthand, and my story is a testament to how damaging this downward spiral can be, and how intent

A few years ago, I found myself in a company going through a period of transition. After years of steady growth, things plateaued. A new head of HR joined, emphasizing the importance of learning and development, but their actions didn’t match their words. Our team lacked resources, direction, and leadership after my boss left, leaving us to "keep the lights on" with minimal, low-impact projects. At first, having less to do felt like a break, but as weeks turned into months

When I hired her, I was genuinely excited. We shared a vision for success, and I believed she would be the key to elevating the team. Initially, everything seemed to click. We aligned on high-level goals, and I thought I had found a partner to help push the team forward. But over time, cracks began to form. It wasn’t a single, dramatic incident; it was a series of small moments. I started questioning her ideas more frequently. What began as constructive feedback morphed int

I am an anxious person. Not always, but there have been moments in my career when anxiety has taken hold. One of the biggest culprits? Imposter syndrome - that persistent voice telling you that you don’t belong, that you’re unqualified, and that sooner or later, everyone will figure it out. Even after 20 years of experience, publishing books, and leading in top organizations, I still occasionally think, they’re going to realize I don’t know what I’m doing. The most vivid ex

Early in my career, a change in leadership left an indelible mark - for all the wrong reasons. Our team had celebrated our boss's promotion, hopeful about the future. When his replacement arrived, we were cautiously optimistic. That optimism crumbled during his first meeting when he announced his mission to “upgrade” the staff. He proudly recounted replacing 95% of his previous team with “better fits,” leaving us wondering, “Am I next?” What followed was a systematic disman