It’s easy to feel optimistic when things are going well. But what happens when we’re faced with setbacks or uncertainty? How do we effectively manage our mindset and our behavior?

That’s where resilient optimism can help. Michelle Gielan is a positive psychology researcher and author of the new book, Resilient Optimism: The Science of Sustaining a Positive Mindset in Tough Times.

Her research gives us practical ways to navigate challenges more effectively, while also revealing something especially important for leaders, that is, our mindset doesn’t stop with us. How we respond, communicate, and behave can shape the resilience and optimism of the people and teams we lead.  

Resource Links

How Leaders Counter Pessimism in Trying Times

The Smallest Part of the Meeting is Running the Meeting

Can Optimism Be Learned? A Positive Psychologist Says Yes

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