People always think I’m adaptable, have grit and determination. But for me, it comes and goes. When I wrote my book- the clear passion and strong perseverance increased my grittiness to finish the book. Plus, I had an incredibly supportive environment to foster my adaptability as COVID unfolded and time to write the book became possible. Then there are times when I struggle to make shifts and change to best support the business.
It feels like now is such a period of change and what I’ve realized is that we are never going to be in a period where change happens more slowly. With so much change happening in our world, one of the key skills for individuals and organizations to thrive is the skill of adaptability. Adaptability isn’t a fixed trait; with the right knowledge and support, it’s something individuals and organizations can build.
Adaptability includes character traits that we need to understand and manage. Plus adaptability includes five aspects of ability, such as grit and mental flexibility, that can be improved with intentional work. And the final dimension of adaptability is the environment, which includes company and team support. And I’ve discovered a new tool that helps measure and grow what’s called the Adaptability Quotient (AQ).
Leveraging this new tool, I’m building out workshops, consulting services and coaching programs to foster adaptability.
I’ll be using it in upcoming leadership programs, and I’m looking forward to seeing how it helps teams navigate change.
Resources
- The Real ROI of Leadership Development
- Closing the Gap Between Leadership Expectations and Team Performance
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