TBA Law Blog


Posted by: Liz Slagle Todaro on May 6, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic and response has created unprecedented tension, including unsettled work environments. This friction can manifest in overreactions and strained work relationships. While crisis can bring about positive connections and change in organizations, anxiety over the current situation is putting pressure on people's coping skills. Unfortunately, in stressful situations, it can be more challenging to demonstrate empathy. Harvard Business Review addresses these challenges and shares some tips for increasing compassion for colleagues, including accepting that people have very different coping approaches and avoiding comparing levels of distress with what others are experiencing.