Leaders thrive in tough times. We press forward because we don’t have time to shrink back. Even when we don’t know how to proceed or what to do, we don’t throw in the towel. We embrace the frustrations, uncertainties, the feelings of discouragement, and we tackle them head on. The most essential skills for a leader in a crisis are clear communication and adaptability. When leaders fail to learn from past mistakes or fail to act on warning signs, the results can be catastrophic. It will be intentional leadership to motivate and engage a high-performing team to move with you through the tough times. How will you handle it?