Iran Developments: What We Know and How to Support Our Teams

These two one-pagers provide aligned guidance for responding to recent military developments involving Iran, recognizing that reported strikes, casualties, and ongoing instability may be distressing for some employees as conditions continue to evolve. Together, they emphasize empathy, flexibility, and professionalism, encouraging workplaces to respond with steadiness rather than speculation or debate.

The manager-focused resource summarizes what is currently known and explains why employees may be impacted differently based on personal, cultural, or travel connections. It outlines clear actions for leaders: acknowledge without debating, make support visible, reinforce available resources, allow reasonable flexibility, and maintain respectful dialogue, supported by practical sample language for team settings.

The employee-focused resource centers on well-being and respectful engagement. It encourages setting boundaries with news, staying connected to trusted supports, using mental health resources, giving oneself flexibility as needed, and engaging in workplace conversations thoughtfully while identifying constructive ways to support impacted communities.