Benefits to optimism may include improved immunity and longer life expectancy (Chida & Steptoe 2008, Doyle et al., 2006 Marsland et al., 2006, Terril, Ruiz & Garofalo, 2010). There are health benefits associated with keeping a positive state of mind. The authors also share that optimists are usually more likely to adapt in creative ways when complex challenges present themselves both in their personal lives and in the workplace. Optimistic people are often better at coping because they are not denying that they are facing challenging and frightening situations (Carver, Scheir, & Segerstorm, 2010). They balance speaking on harsh reality while and inspiring perseverance within the company. In addition, the author emphasized that financially successful companies have leaders who do not sugar coat problems when communicating with employees. Collins (2009) wrote that an effective business leader needs to be able to accept brutal realities while also "never losing faith" when organizational challenges arise.
Successful leadership requires both optimism and realism. Why do you need both optimism and realism?
DEALING WITH A UNREALISTIC OPTIMISM HOW TO
Here we will share tips on how to foster a sense of optimism, which may help you maintain a healthy mindset in these challenging times.
A leader should be able to assess issues and make decisions without falling into a pessimistic mindset. In times of uncertainty, a leader is responsible for fostering optimism within oneself and helping employees and volunteers to do the same. Many of us may also be working to help employees, volunteers, families, and friends cope with present situations of uncertainty.
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