From the course: Preparing Yourself for Change
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Experiment daily to build adaptability
From the course: Preparing Yourself for Change
Experiment daily to build adaptability
- Think about a startup founder you know of. They're probably operating on limited resources and likely amidst disruption. They might even be creating the disruption. Either way, they have to get comfortable with testing and adapting as they go. They all share a mindset that embraces experimentation. An experimental mindset is an acknowledgement that you can't predict how everything will turn out, and a willingness to take action, even if it means you'll change course as you learn along the way. While your focus on outcomes and clarity on your values keep you stable, giving you the grounding you need to be more adaptable, it's the focus on this mindset that actually spurs you to move forward. There are three main things to try if you want to adopt an experimental mindset to become more flexible. Firstly, stay curious. Now, this simply means staying open to exploring new ideas, perspectives, and ways of doing things, and remembering that you don't have to settle for the status quo. So…
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