CEOs are under more pressure now than ever. The pandemic experience has made leading even more challenging and stressful.

Even without a pandemic, leading at the top comes with high stress that can take a toll on even the most successful senior executives.

CEO Chuck Swoboda knows this well.

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We all experience moments when something seems a little off. You may have forgotten a meeting or even what day, month or year it is. And you might think: “What is wrong with me?”

But it’s really not uncommon given the extreme stress and change we’ve experienced over the past year. Leadership pressure is not going away.

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If you’re struggling to make decisions, you don’t always need more data. You need to trust your ability as a leader to make smart decisions. And to do that more quickly.

Today’s times call for faster decision-making. Otherwise you’ll be left behind.

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Anticipating the future can seem impossible, unless you know what to look for.

And it’s even more challenging when you feel like you’ve got to manage the crisis of the day.

But smart CEOs and executives are figuring it out. They’re looking at hard trends and leveraging the power of certainty to transform their organizations more quickly.

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It’s really challenging for leaders to figure out how to get people back to work in a way that works for everybody.

Things have shifted. Work doesn’t feel normal.

People have been changed through the pandemic experience.

But there are ways to make the process easier.

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https://workmatters.com/Returning-to-the-Strange-New-World-of-Work

Stress is part of the job as a leader. There will be days when you want to scream.

But clearly that’s not the best approach to leading.

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https://workmatters.com/Controlling-Your-Anger-and-Frustration-to-Lead-More-Calmly

The path to the CEO role is different for everyone. When you arrive, you’ll inevitably make some mistakes—as does any leader who is new to their role.

But you can reduce your chances by knowing the kinds of mistakes to avoid.

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https://workmatters.com/Avoiding-Common-Rookie-CEO-Mistakes

It’s been about a year since the pandemic started. And leaders are looking for best ways to re-engage their teams and prepare for what’s next.

But the pandemic experience has taken a toll on many people. The negative impact on mental health is significant. A lot has shifted.

Supercharging your team isn’t about “motivational speeches.” It’s actually about structuring meaningful conversations.

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https://workmatters.com/Supercharge-Your-Team-for-Whats-Next

Imposter syndrome is a common experience for high achievers. It can strike some of the most accomplished executives at any time, at any age.

Although people may experience imposter syndrome to different degrees over time, all experiences provide an opportunities for learning and growth.

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https://workmatters.com/Getting-Rid-of-Imposter-Syndrome

Lots of leaders say they value collaboration, but many fall short when it comes to practice.

It’s not necessarily their fault. Many haven’t learned how to do it—the best way.

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https://workmatters.com/Cultivating-Collaboration-to-Achieve-Your-Mission