Read Gary’s latest article, “There’s a Hero in All of Us: 8 Ways Leaders Create Extraordinary People,” today:
It’s not news that in times of crisis, we think and act differently. When our lives and well-being are challenged—as they have been during the COVID-19 pandemic—we’re not concerned with petty rules or receiving credit for our actions. The cause becomes prepotent. Team welfare trumps self-interest. We are more willing to face our fears. In these times, we’ll listen to any idea, follow any person, or try any suggestion that makes success more likely. During a crisis, everyday people become extraordinary heroes.