Effective Leadership in Turbulent Times: Psychological Tools for Navigating Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA)
In today’s fast-changing world, leaders are constantly faced with unpredictability, high-stakes decisions, and pressure to maintain stability. How do you stay steady when the ground beneath you keeps shifting?
Join Dr. Ana Dolatabadi from the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) for this one-hour training designed specifically for leaders navigating uncertainty. You’ll gain practical, psychology-based strategies to:
- Focus on what you can control and let go of what you can’t
- Cultivate stability for yourself and your team during times of change
- Reduce stress when facing unknowns
- Avoid common leadership pitfalls in volatile environments
This is a chance to reframe your mindset, build resilience, and lead with confidence no matter what comes your way. Ana Dolatabadi, PsyD, MA, is a licensed clinical psychologist and the Clinical Director of the Faculty and Staff Assistance Program at UCSF. She brings over a decade of experience supporting working professionals in high-pressure environments- including healthcare, technology, and the political sector- as they navigate complex personal and professional challenges. Dr. Dolatabadi applies a clinical lens to workplace well-being, helping employees and leaders find clarity, steadiness, and effective strategies in moments of disruption.
