Last updated on Aug 17, 2024

You've faced a major setback in front of your team. How can you bounce back with resilience?

Facing a major setback in front of your team can be a daunting experience. It's a moment that can shake confidence and stir up a whirlwind of emotions. However, it's also an opportunity for growth and a testament to your resilience. Recovering from such an event isn't just about bouncing back; it's about bouncing forward, using the experience to become a stronger and more effective leader. By embracing vulnerability, reflecting on the setback, seeking support, reframing the situation, taking decisive action, and maintaining a growth mindset, you can navigate through this challenge and emerge more resilient.

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1 Embrace Vulnerability

When you've stumbled in front of your team, the first step towards resilience is to embrace vulnerability. Acknowledge the setback openly instead of shying away from it. This doesn't mean dwelling on failure; rather, it's about recognizing your humanity and showing your team that it's okay to make mistakes. By being transparent about your challenges, you build trust and encourage a culture where learning from failure is valued as much as celebrating success.

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Acknowledge the setback openly instead of shying away from it. This doesn't mean dwelling on failure; rather, it's about recognizing your humanity and showing your team that it's okay to make mistakes!

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CHARLENE PEDRO 🌎

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I have a saying- “mess up and fess up”. When we make a mistake or mess up, it’s important for us to acknowledge it and confess. This allows our character to shine through this rough patch and helps build trust and respect with our peers, direct reports and manager.

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2 Reflect and Learn

Take time to reflect on what led to the setback. Analyze the situation without harsh self-judgment. What could you have done differently? What lessons can be extracted from the experience? Reflection is a powerful tool for personal development. It helps you understand the dynamics of the setback and ensures that you learn valuable lessons that contribute to your growth as a leader.

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CHARLENE PEDRO 🌎

Corporate Trainer I Employee Engagement Facilitator I Self Leadership & Leadership Trainer I HR Consultant l Certified Coach l Mentor I International Speaker l Radio Host l Author
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We must learn the art of practicing The Pause. Pausing to reflect on the situation with a non-judgmental mindset is the foundation of personal growth. Remember to give yourself some grace.

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3 Seek Support

You don't have to face setbacks alone. Reach out to mentors, peers, or a coach for support. They can provide perspective, advice, and encouragement when you need it most. Sharing your challenges with others can also lead to discovering new strategies for overcoming obstacles and can reinforce your resilience by reminding you that everyone faces setbacks.

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4 Reframe the Situation

Reframing the situation involves changing your perspective on the setback. Instead of seeing it as a definitive failure, view it as a temporary hurdle that can be overcome. This cognitive restructuring is essential for resilience as it shifts your focus from what went wrong to what can be done to move forward.

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Kaylee Smith

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You have a choice of two with this scenario: 1: You can allow the situation to define you and limit you. Or 2: You can find the strengths and positives from this scenario. Which one you choose will help shape your mindset in future set backs. Look at how much you have overcome in the past, you are a resilient person and you WILL overcome this!

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5 Take Action

After reflecting and seeking advice, it's time to take decisive action. Develop a plan to address the issues that led to the setback and implement changes. Taking concrete steps not only helps in resolving the problem but also restores your sense of control and confidence. Action is the antidote to despair, turning lessons learned into tangible improvements.

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6 Growth Mindset

Maintaining a growth mindset is crucial for bouncing back with resilience. This means believing that your abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work. Embrace challenges as opportunities for development and persist in the face of setbacks. With a growth mindset, you see every setback not as evidence of incompetence but as a springboard for advancement.

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Kaylee Smith

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The words we use and how we phrase our questions will help to create a growth mindset. For example: ‘Why me’? ‘Why is this happening to me’? ‘What did I do wrong’ Rephrasing these into solution focussed questions, such as: ‘What strengths did I show’? ‘What have I learned from this situation’? ‘Who can I lean on for support’? The rephrasing or questions will support with a growth mindset and enhancing our resilience.

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