When facing new challenges, leaders must be able to adapt and refocus their efforts.

 “As we all come to terms with the fact that this crisis is changing the world in ways we never could have imagined, it’s more important than ever for leaders to be mindful of the need to adapt—not only to what’s happening in the moment but to a changing future,” writes Lolly Daskal for her blog.

Here are some ways leaders can focus their leadership:

• Offer stability. In uncertain times, fostering resiliency is important. Creating a culture that focuses on purpose and mission can help prepare your employees to meet challenges, writes Daskal. Leaders must also be flexible and reliable, she adds.
• Create community. It’s not enough to address communications challenges when your team is working remotely long-term, but leaders must also focus on fostering a community.

“As dispersed teams move from being a stopgap measure to a new reality for many organizations, you need to seek out new ways to give direction, provide autonomy, and focus on outcomes while also building a strong, close-knit team,” she writes.

• Emphasize transparency. It’s critical to provide as much transparent communication to your employees as possible.

“More than ever, leaders need to establish platforms and forums where information is available and accessible,” explains Daskal. “You want people to find information they need and for information to be exchanged through channels that are clear and convenient.”

• Prioritize mental health. Leaders must dedicate time and effort to preserving the mental health of their teams. This comes from listening to your employees and doing your best to understand what they are going through in this time of change, Daskal writes.