--- title: Ambiguity description: A collection of resources on ambiguity. image: https://www.alembicstrategy.com/hubfs/jessworkaccount_questioning_ba2eaac8-7db8-42dc-856b-2e241fd65b3a.png --- [![Alembicstrategy](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Alembic_Strategy_September2018%20Theme/Images/logo.png?width=218&height=76&name=logo.png "Alembicstrategy")](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/) # Strategic Thinking ![Alembic-Resized-Max](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Alembic-Resized-Max.jpg?width=2420&height=692&name=Alembic-Resized-Max.jpg) # Ambiguity Posted by [Nicholas Mayhew](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/author/nicholas-mayhew) on 18/10/23 17:38 ![Nicholas Mayhew](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/hubfs/Nick%20May%202019-1.jpeg) - [Tweet](https://twitter.com/share) Leaders regularly face unexpected situations. People look to leaders for solutions during times of crisis. These resources are designed to guide leaders when uncertain times arise. You cannot fully remove your intuitive response to threat or ambiguity, but you can build a toolbox of techniques to help you deal with these scenarios. [Disaster Scenario Planning](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/disaster-scenario-planning) by Matt Dunaway Disaster scenario planning for business leaders explores frameworks for how to cope in a crisis, reduce waste, analyse risk and seek growth opportunities. [Business in an Impermanent World](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/business-in-an-impermanent-world-50cae8886fce) by Roseanna Ramsey Businesses need to adapt in this constantly evolving world. How can they go about this and reach their goals?   [Keeping Faith - Brexit and Leadership](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/keeping-faith) by Nick Mayhew How can we maintain faith in leadership and strategies when challenges and doubts are increasing? How can we show strong leadership in these times? Read this article for tips from a strategy expert.   ![jessworkaccount_questioning_ba2eaac8-7db8-42dc-856b-2e241fd65b3a](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/hs-fs/hubfs/jessworkaccount_questioning_ba2eaac8-7db8-42dc-856b-2e241fd65b3a.png?width=350&height=350&name=jessworkaccount_questioning_ba2eaac8-7db8-42dc-856b-2e241fd65b3a.png)   [No Deal It Is Then!](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/no-deal-it-is-then) By Nick Mayhew What are the implications of a potential no-deal Brexit on businesses? What would be some strategic responses? Here are some steps to help leaders prepare for any outcome.   [Coping With Crisis](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/coping-with-crisis) by Nick Mayhew Stress management and self-leadership advice for leaders who need support in a time of crisis. [Why is Business Change So Hard?](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/why-is-business-change-so-hard) By David Gray This article explores the growing complexity of change from personal to business contexts. It gives advice on areas of trust and communication as well as old habits.   [Issue Ranking: How to Effectively Prioritise Issues During a Crisis](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/issue-ranking-how-to-effectively-prioritise-issues-during-a-crisis) by Roseanna Ramsey This article guides you through a tool to discover the top priorities during a time of crisis. Topics: [Ambiguity](https://www.alembicstrategy.com/strategic-thinking/tag/ambiguity) ## All of our articles on ambiguity ### from different perspectives Read our expert advice on ambiguity. 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