The real test of leadership does not occur when everything is sailing smoothly. Rather, leadership is oftentimes tested during a crisis. The way a leader behaves and acts during a crisis will establish their credentials as a good leader or a poor one. In this article, we will discuss the importance of leadership in times of crisis and how crisis leadership can provide a way to lead effectively.
Why Leadership in Times of Crisis Matters More Than Ever in 2025
According to McKinsey and the World Economic Forum, 84% of executives feel underprepared for the “perfect storm” of crises—AI disruption, geopolitical conflict, climate instability, polarizing societies, and fragile supply chains Financial Times. In this landscape, decisive leadership isn’t optional—it’s a survival strategy. Effective crisis leaders must cultivate strategic foresight, emotional resilience, and human connection to guide teams through uncertainty.
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