Working Scared : Blueprints for Employees and Leaders to Succeed During Turbulent Times.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Silverman, Stanley B.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Organizational change.

Employee morale.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (243 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Newark : John Wiley & Sons, Incorporated, 2026.

Summary:

Transform workplace uncertainty into career confidence with proven strategies that work for both employees and organizations In Working Scared: Blueprints for Employees and Leaders to Succeed During Turbulent Times , authors Stanley B.Silverman, Kenneth N.Wexley, and David H.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Copyright Page

Table of Contents

Preface

Prologue: Stop Working Scared and Start Working Confidently

Chapter 1 Adapting to a Changing Workplace: Lessons from an AI Transformation

Let's Look at Some Facts

Actions for Employees

ALIGN with Your Goal

INTEGRATE Productive Thoughts and Behaviors

MONITOR and Acknowledge Progress

ELEVATE Efforts to Build on Success

Actions for Leaders

Use the AIME Model to Coach

Treat Adaptability as a Skill Set

Bolster Trust

Create Space for Dialogue

Foster Psychological Safety

Model Authenticity

Celebrate Small Wins

Appendix: Explanation of a micro-Performance Indicator ("mPI")

Why Is This Important?

What Is an mPI?

Where Do They Occur?

When and How Do You Find mPIs?

Chapter 2 Succeeding Amidst Arrogant Leadership: Steps to Succeed, Persist, and Protect Yourself

Beyond Self-Confidence

What Are Some Consequences of Arrogant Leadership?

Why Is Arrogance in Leadership So Prevalent? There Are Three Major Traps

Look for Ways to Strengthen Your Relationship with Your Manager

Role Clarity

Clarify Key Job Responsibilities

Establish Performance Expectations

Seek Feedback

How Do You Know If You Are an Arrogant Leader?

Participate in a 360° Development Process

Communicate Your Willingness to Change and Listen

Give Effective Feedback

Chapter 3 Amplifying Your Voice in a Team Culture: How to Open Up Dialogue Even When It Feels Risky

Observe and Listen

Reframe What Speaking Up Means

Use the 5W Framework

Build Your Voice in Trusted Circles

Change the Risk-Reward Calculus

Invite All the Voices - Early and Often.

Be Clear, Be Consistent

Appreciate the Effort

Set and Reinforce Interaction Principles

Provide Development Opportunities

Chapter 4 Thriving in a Hybrid Team: From the Office to Remote to Somewhere In-Between

Track and Share

Ask for Advice

Use Your Office Time

Enhance Cross-Functional Relationships

Promote Open Communication Using "5 Tips"

Learn to Listen

Show Empathy

Segment Your Time to Optimize Results

Don't Eat Lunch Alone or at Your Desk

Leverage Technology

Meet Weekly and Build Trust

Maximize In-Person Team Meetings

Prioritize Employee Appreciation

Advocate for Your Employees

Establish Communication Norms

Establish Anchor Days

Trust Your Team

Chapter 5 Enduring a Restructuring/Downsizing: Ways to Keep Your Job and Your Peace of Mind

Upskill and Reskill

Tap Your Network

Be Aware of Rumors, But Don't Believe Everything You Hear

Generate Your Unique Value Proposition (UVP) to Articulate Your Value

Acknowledge the Full Range of Emotions You Experience

Plan for the Worst, But Hope for Something Better

Use Your Employee's UVP to Advocate

Provide As Much Information As Possible

Provide Compassionate Support

Restore Smart Risk-Taking with a Reassuring Message

Appendix: Chris's Unique Value Proposition (UVP) as an Example in Action

Chapter 6 Prevailing Through Mergers and Acquisitions: Techniques to Face the Unknown and Find Your Place Again

Expect Change in Culture, Role, and Co-Workers

Learn How to Reduce Stress

Overcommunicate

Become a Role Model

Exhibit Leadership

Involve the Employees in the Change.

Become their coach

Treat the ones who leave with dignity and those who stay with respect

Don't act like a conquering hero

Chapter 7 Building a Sense of Security Amidst Economic Turmoil: What to Do to Stay Grounded, Prepared, and Productive

Focus on What You Can Control

Figure Out Your Unique "Operating Manual"

Track Your Value

Practice Fiscal Responsibility

Expand Your Options by Building Flexibility

Acknowledge Without Amplifying

Share Your Practical Knowledge

Introduce the Concept of "Stability Retrospectives"

Reinforce the Employee's Value

Offer Structure and Focus

Chapter 8 Prioritizing Personal Well-Being: The ROI of Taking Care of Yourself

Define Your Boundaries

Articulate and Tactfully Defend Your Boundaries

Respect the Boundaries of Others to Reinforce a Healthy Team Culture

Build Your "Wellness Network" as a Means of Support

Develop an Exit Strategy, Just in Case

Discuss Healthy Boundaries and Respect Those Boundaries

Check-In Regularly to See How Your Employees Are Feeling

Watch for Warning Signs of Poor Well-Being

Help Employees Prioritize Their Activities

Direct Employees to Wellness Resources

Model Healthy Behaviors and Speak Openly About Personal Well-Being

Bringing It All Together: The Toolbox to Succeed During Turbulent Times

Appendix: The 10 Keys for Success Survey

Acknowledgments

The Authors

Notes

Index

EULA.

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ISBN:

9781394387861

OCLC:

1587896010