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What to do when the path isn't clear

How to help your team navigate ambiguity in their work

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Feb 4, 2025

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Some people thrive on ambiguity. Most don’t.

I’ve seen team members who are highly productive when given clear direction but struggle the moment things get vague. Instead of pushing ahead and attempting to figure things out, they get stuck and wait for clarity that may never come. Sound familiar?

If you’re leading a team, this can be frustrating, especially in environments where ambiguity is the norm. So, how do you help your team build the confidence and skills to work through uncertainty instead of freezing up?

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