What is Resilience-Building Leadership?

Building and leading resilient teams is a key role for managers. Resilient teams are the foundation of a resilient organization.

Getting the work done can be hard in any organization. Some examples of workplace adversity include:

Periods of high demand or tight deadlines can lead to burnout, stress, and decreased job satisfaction among employees.
Interpersonal conflicts, harassment, or discrimination can create a toxic work environment, affecting team dynamics and overall morale.
The rapid pace of technological advancements can render existing processes or skills obsolete, requiring employees to adapt quickly to new tools or systems.
Mergers, acquisitions, or restructuring can create uncertainty and fear among employees, leading to resistance, loss of morale, and a decline in productivity.
Increased competition can pressure organizations to innovate rapidly or adjust their strategies to maintain market share, which can be challenging and stressful for employees.
Natural disasters, cybersecurity breaches, or public relations crises can disrupt normal operations and require immediate, coordinated responses.
A shift in leadership, such as a new CEO or management team, can bring changes in company direction or culture, causing anxiety or confusion among employees.
A recession or economic slowdown can lead to budget cuts, layoffs, and reduced resources, forcing organizations to do more with less.
Delays or failures in the supply chain can impact production and delivery schedules, creating pressure on teams to find solutions quickly.
New laws or regulations can require organizations to overhaul processes, compliance measures, and even their business models, often with little warning.

Resilient teams thrive in challenging environments because they can overcome adversity, adapt, and grow together. Leaders build resilient teams by creating a positive climate, developing cohesion, and providing purpose. Building resilient teams makes problem-solving, improvement, innovation, and change possible.

What is a resilient team?

Building and Leading Resilient Teams

Why build resilient teams?

Which RBLP Leadership Certification is right for you?

RBLP Certification

For Frontline Managers

ACE recommends three (3) semester hours of credit at the lower-division baccalaureate level in Team Leadership.

Is RBLP certification right for you?

RBLP Coach Certification

For Experienced Managers

ACE recommends three (3) semester hours of credit at the upper-division baccalaureate level in Managerial Leadership.

Is RBLP Coach certification right for you?

RBLP Trainer Certification

For Senior Managers

ACE recommends three (3) semester hours of credit at the upper-division baccalaureate level in Applied Leadership.

Is RBLP Trainer certification right for you?

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