Today's leaders face challenges for which no ready-made solutions exist. Classical management models no longer work in a world of constant turbulence, risk, and overwhelming complexity. This lecture presented 8 super skills that help leaders act effectively in chaos – think clearly, support their teams, and make decisions without paralysis or overreaction. The foundation includes neuroscience, cognitive science, complexity theory, and adaptive leadership tools. Each skill was illustrated through practical examples from Ukrainian businesses, personal mini-reflections, and actionable templates.
Questions for discussion:
- What chaos is and how to act in it
- The neuroscience of stress
- Cognitive challenges in chaos
- How to counter thinking traps in chaos
- Micro-tools for decision-making in chaos
- Adaptive leadership: working with what you have
- Emotional presence as a leader’s superpower
- Team tools for navigating chaos
Speaker:
Olena Khomenko, Leadership and Strategic Development Expert, PhD, DBA. Olena has over 25 years of management experience in international companies, including as a former executive at Philip Morris International. She is the founder and lead coach at Lead With Whole Heart. Olena teaches strategy and leadership development in business schools and international educational programs, and works with top executives in the USA, Canada, and Ukraine.
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