Crises Reveal Our True Values

As the Covid19 crisis deepens and grows across the US, the Truest Values of leaders, in ever corner of this land, are being revealed. From President Trump to a parent in a family in the Bronx, the true measure of each leader’s core sense of values and principles are demonstrated by what they say and do. This post is not being written to criticize, it is merely my attempt to shine a light on what we all already know.

During times of great peril, the best leaders rely on their innermost core to guide their words and actions. They don’t think about how they should be, they’re already there. They will plan and strategize but they won’t have to think about what direction to go because they will be driven by their core values and principles. Those around them will know immediately what is really important to their leader. They will see it in every word and every deed. What do most people really want from their leaders. They want to know that their leaders care about them.

As a leader, what do you really care about? As this crisis grows, where does your mind go? What thinking frame do you find yourself in? How are your values and principles reflected in what you say and do? Now is the time for everyone you are charged to lead, to see you at your foundation. What will they see? What do you want them to see?