Publications and Papers

Leading in Trying Times Essays



We offer the essays found on this page to those interested in making a positive difference within their workplace or community in the wake of trauma and crisis. We hope these essays provide new insights, clarify thoughts, and foster plans of action for leaders, employees, and contributors at all levels.


Leading with Purpose: Fueling the Human Spirit in Times of Uncertainty
By Brandon Mikel Smith and Mary Ann Glynn

Leadership and Compassion
By CompassionLab

Breakthrough Leadership: Believe, Belong, Contribute and Transcend
By Wayne Baker

Leadership When Events Don't Play by the Rules
By Karl E. Weick

Leading with Resilence in the Face of the Unexpected
By Kathleen M. Sutcliffe

Seeking Help in Times of Need
By Fiona Lee

Restoring Hope During Trying Times
By Gretchen M. Spreitzer

Leadership Through Organizational Forgiveness
By Kim Cameron

Sustaining Courage in Trying Times
By Monica C. Worline

Leading with Positive Emotions
By Barbara L. Fredrickson

Finding the Strength to Lead in Trying Times
By Robert E. Quinn

Helping Your Workplace Heal
By CompassionLab

How Can We Allow Character to Matter?
By Christopher Peterson and Martin E. P. Seligman

Competence in Crisis
By Christopher Peterson and Martin E. P. Seligman