Lisa Stefanik

Lisa Stefanik, an expert in interpersonal dynamics at Chicago Booth, shares valuable insights on the often uncomfortable subject of layoffs. She discusses how to communicate layoffs more humanely and consider the emotional impacts on both affected employees and remaining staff. Stefanik emphasizes the importance of compassionate messaging, strategies for managing these conversations with empathy, and utilizing professional networks post-layoff. She also highlights how to embrace layoffs as potential opportunities for growth.

Lisa Stefanik, a leadership and organizational behavior expert at Chicago Booth who advises leaders on high-stakes responses. She tells the missing cat story and other real-world examples. Listens on how stress narrows focus, triggers fight/flight/freeze patterns, and cascades through teams. Offers practical ways to notice hijacked reactions, slow down, and de-escalate tense situations.

Lisa Stefanik, an expert in interpersonal dynamics at Chicago Booth, dives into the essential nature of workplace conflict. She explains how avoiding confrontation can lead to echo chambers, stifling innovation. Instead, conflict can serve as a valuable tool for better decision-making and collaboration. Stefanik emphasizes the need for open communication and accountability in corporate structures, advocating for discomfort as a pathway to constructive dialogue. By embracing tension, teams can strengthen their relationships and improve organizational outcomes.