Change is something you can always count on, embrace it and lead change with purpose....

When clarity was limited, I didn't pretend to have all the answers. I led with trust, transparency, and heart. That's what kept my team moving forward together. OR I led through uncertainty by choosing empathy over ego and connection over control. I focused on being steady, honest, and human, because that's what people remember.

I joined a project that had failed for six year; not because it was impossible, but because it lacked structure and change leadership. By listening first and applying the right methodologies, our team turned uncertainty into execution and delivered in three months.

In moments of uncertainty, I learned that leadership isn't about having answers. It's about being steady, honest, and human. Creating psychological safety helped others trust themselves even when the path wasn't clear.

I guided others through uncertainty by reminding them that confusion isn't failure. It's an invitation to slow down, listen, and move with intention. Leadership in the dark is really about helping people trust the light they do have.

When outcomes were unclear, I guided others by showing calm, authentic leadership, helping them navigate uncertainty and discover their own resilience.

Acknowledging the Challenge I recognized that uncertainty—whether stemming from regulatory changes, operational disruptions, or evolving safety protocols—creates stress across teams. I understood that my response to these challenges would directly impact my team's confidence and effectiveness. My Leadership Approach 1. Acknowledged What Was Happening Rather than remaining silent, I communicated openly with my team about the uncertainties we faced. I made it clear that I recognized the challenges and that their concerns were valid. This built trust and prevented assumptions that I was unaware or unconcerned about the situation. 2. Created Visibility and Control I worked to reduce the sense of helplessness by: Identifying the 2-3 most likely scenarios we might face Developing contingency plans for each scenario Sharing these plans with the team while emphasizing they were flexible and subject to adjustment This gave my team a sense of preparedness and control, even when the future remained uncertain. 3. Established Collective Rituals I implemented consistent team habits and regular check-ins scheduled at the same time each week. These rituals provided: A predictable structure that reduced stress A dedicated space to address concerns and share updates A sense of certainty and stability during uncertain times 4. Maintained Focus on What I Could Control While many external factors were beyond my influence, I focused my energy on how I responded to challenges. This included: Making timely decisions based on available information Supporting my team through change Ensuring safety standards remained non-negotiable Key Takeaway Leading through uncertainty as an EHS Manager meant balancing transparency about challenges with confidence in our ability to adapt and respond. By acknowledging reality, creating plans, establishing routines, and maintaining focus on controllable factors, I helped my team move through uncertainty with greater resilience and trust.

Focusing on Communication with the Team, set short- term goals. Maintain calmness & keeping team aligned & stabled. Daily Huddles, feedback & insight and takes us from What we don't know to what we do know. Team work is Smart work.