MIT Sloan Management Review Article on Disrupted and Stronger: Looking In and Looking Out

Organizations can emerge from crises stronger than ever by seizing opportunities for introspection, focusing on deeper relationships and learning, and finding ways to give back.

In the span of two short months, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic triggered the closure of more than 100,000 small businesses in the U.S. and put a staggering 7.5 million small companies at risk of shutting down. In addition, many professionals around the world have experienced disruption in both their work and personal lives. For example, the sudden shift from face-to-face to remote work arrangements, coupled with the added challenge of child care and homeschooling responsibilities, has put strain on many working families.