Introduction
What does fear mean to you? For most people, fear is an emotion that describes what we feel when encountering an event for which we are unsure of the results. Believe it or not, the most common kind of fear is the fear of unknown consequences.
What happens when this emotion takes over an entire organization rather than just one individual? Is there such a thing as fear at an institutional scale? We are here to answer that question and find out the kinds of fear that can overtake a company. Maybe we will learn how to counter then as well.
How Does Fear Arise?
Fear is a state of mind that puts us on edge and always on the lookout for signs of trouble. This mindset is developed when we feel that our assets, resources, or actions are in danger. This harm can come from anywhere, from uncontrollable events, from unknown consequences, or unmeasured effects.
This fear keeps us wary of our behavior and makes us start thinking in terms of survival rather than focusing on growth and success. A mindset of fear makes us paralyzed in the face of challenges as we keep our resources bundled tightly nearby and hesitate to spread our wings.
Such an attitude can be incredibly detrimental to an organization if it is allowed to take hold.
The Affect of Fear on an Organization
If such ambitions begin creeping their way into an organization, it can be expected to spread like wildfire across all levels of the company. If the top brass is unable to control such emotion from spreading, not only will they completely lose staff morale, but also face challenges to maintain the trust and loyalty of their employees.
For an organization in the grip of fear, success and growth are alien concepts, as the complete focus is tended to survive the dangers they “think” they are facing.
From the paranoia that comes with fear, employees, management, and staff begin harboring an “every person for themselves” mindset that leaves the company handicapped in terms of productivity and progress.
With such adverse effects that fear can have on an organization, is there any way to control and counter this emotion?
Countering Fear
Fear can only be countered if it is replaced with strength and courage. If an organization finds itself in the grip of fear, the only way to rid this emotion is to begin building a plan.
When people have a plan, they find the courage, strength, and resolve to carry forward with more considerable energy. Strategizing and policy building are excellent means of countering fear in an organization and deliver morale and motivation to all staff and management levels.
By creating a proactive and positive attitude, an organization can emerge from its shell of fear and begin building operations that effectively address their concerns and troubles.
Letting go of fear is more comfortable than succumbing to it.
Contact us to discuss how we together with our partner Sophrosynic Paths (Life / Business / Executive Coach) can help you with our to develop the plan for your organization to reduce any fear.
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