VUCA & Leadership - salomons.coach

09 Nov

When managers disengage: how leadership apathy fuels team disconnection

After my last post — “Is it time to stay or move on?” — someone asked, “What about disengaged managers?” It’s a fair question — and maybe the real one. Research shows only one in four managers is engaged, and when leaders disconnect, their teams follow. Disengagement often starts when managers stop reflecting on why they lead. Regular reflection...

06 Jun

Cameras On or Off? What Really Happens in Virtual Meetings — and Why It Matters for Listening, Energy, and Connection

By salomons.coach
In Blog, Teams & Collaboration, VUCA & Leadership
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Cameras On or Off? New research from Harvard, MIT, and Stanford reveals that virtual presence affects our energy, focus, and connection in complex ways. Cameras on foster trust, empathy, and visibility — ideal for one-on-one coaching and emotionally rich conversations. Cameras off reduce fatigue and sharpen deep listening, especially in large meetings where constant visibility causes cognitive overload. The key...

23 May

Experience as a Superpower in a VUCA World

Recently, Annette Magnusson, HR Director at Citymail Sweden, shared an inspiring reflection on LinkedIn about age and experience. Her words resonated with me, because they touch on a theme that often remains overlooked in organizations: the power of experience in

16 May

When Habits Take Over: Reclaiming Ownership and Outcomes at Work

The COVID years gave us flexibility — and many teams kept it. Yet what began as empowerment slowly turned into routine. Offices stay quiet midweek, but results don’t automatically follow. The issue isn’t hybrid work itself; it’s the gradual loss of ownership for outcomes. In this blog, Jan Salomons explores how leaders can rebuild clarity, accountability, and rhythm without...

09 May

Is It Time to Stay or Move On? Why Regular Career Reflection Makes You a Stronger Leader

By salomons.coach
In Blog, Self & Personal Growth, VUCA & Leadership
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In today’s fast-changing workplace, leaders and teams benefit from regularly reflecting on whether their current environment still supports their energy, growth, and purpose. Using a structured reflection questionnaire, I help leaders gain clarity on what strengthens or drains them — and whether they should stay, adjust, or move on. The same process transforms teams by uncovering hidden dynamics, restoring...

28 Mar

The VUCA survival guide for managers

In today’s fast-changing world, leaders must navigate Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA) with confidence. As a leadership coach, trainer, and keynote speaker, I help organizations and leaders master VUCA leadership by developing agility, resilience, and strategic foresight. Through coaching, interactive training, and inspiring keynotes, I equip leaders with practical strategies to turn uncertainty into opportunity. Whether you're leading...

07 Feb

VUCA defined (again, but more readable)

landscape with mountains and VUCA in front

VUCA—volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity—defines today’s fast-changing business world. Leaders face rapid change, unclear outcomes, and interconnected challenges daily. Recognizing VUCA in action helps leaders respond effectively. By understanding its components and adopting agile strategies, leaders can make better decisions, build clarity, and guide their teams through uncertainty with confidence.

27 Sep

What to expect from a leader? What we all expect from our leader!

I want to be seen and heard, treated fair, flexible when family issues require our attention, etc. We also expect our manager to remember everything we 've said, as well as knowing what is happening in our lives, even to the point the manager will anticipate for events occurring or planned by us.

20 Sep

Understanding and navigating VUCA in the Business World

Man in front of VUCA screen presenting opening slide of VUCA@Work web-event

In today’s fast-paced business environment, leaders face constant Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity (VUCA). I offer tailored VUCA leadership workshops, drawing from two years of experience working with organizations like ASML. These workshops, ranging from 2 hours to full-day programs, help leaders build resilience, agility, and strategic vision to navigate challenges. Join an upcoming workshop or book a customized...

26 Jul

VUCA is not just the new management jargon

VUCA, standing for volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity, describes today's dynamic business environment. The framework highlights the necessity for distinct responses to different challenges, rather than using VUCA as an excuse to avoid strategy and planning. Effective leadership requires agility and proactive management to navigate these unpredictable conditions, ensuring adaptability and resilience.