Leading Through Crisis: When Everything is on the Line
- Gerrard Schmid
- May 13
- 1 min read
Crises don’t build character—they reveal it. In times of uncertainty, all eyes are on the CEO. Your words, decisions, and even your demeanor set the tone for the entire organization.
Leading through crisis requires more than operational competence. It demands emotional intelligence, clear communication, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. But when stress is high, even the most seasoned leaders can struggle.
An executive coach serves as an anchor in these moments. Coaching provides a space to process emotions, clarify thinking, and strategize your response. It helps you lead not just with authority, but with authenticity.
Having navigated crises myself, I know how isolating it can be at the top. You don’t have to do it alone.
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