General Guidance and Mindset
During challenging times, maintaining the right mindset and communication approach is crucial for both small businesses and federal employees.
Empathy and Communication
- Prioritize empathy for both employees and customers during challenging times.
- Establish clear and consistent communication channels to keep everyone informed and reduce uncertainty.
- Strive to find a good balance between addressing immediate concerns and maintaining long-term perspective.
Resource Highlight
CivicActions Open Practices provides a model for open, empathetic communication:
CivicActions Open Practices GitManagement During Uncertainty
For managers and leaders, balancing practical business needs with employee concerns about job security requires a thoughtful approach:
- Transparent communication - Share what you know, acknowledge what you don't, and provide updates regularly.
- Supportive leadership - Recognize the emotional impact of uncertainty while providing clear direction.
- Focus on what can be controlled - Help teams identify areas where they can make progress despite external uncertainties.
- Guide people managers - Provide guidance on how to balance pragmatism with care when people are concerned about their future.
Resource Highlight
CivicActions Guidebook provides a model for building a supportive company culture:
CivicActions GuidebookResource Center Purpose
The Resource Center is designed to be a destination with an empathetic UX. It is organized with categories that hold tangible, actionable insight and resources. We want to avoid having just a list of links that leads to more searching or confusing UX. Content is immediately helpful, easy to understand, and easy to share.
Featured Resources
- Legal Resources - Guidance on contracts, terminations, and legal considerations
- Career Transition - Support for job changes and career development
- Financial Resources - Financial planning, budgeting, and funding options
- Tools & Support - Practical tools and resources for navigating change
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