How to be Agile in a World of Constant Change

By: Kathy Kent Toney, CEO & Founder of Kent Business Solutions

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One challenge business leaders face is how to remain remain agile and to quickly adapt during periods of economic and societal upheaval. Doing so is ultra-important to navigate change successfully.

So what are some keys to become more adaptable and agile?

1. Realize a Change-Oriented Mindset

Business leaders must have a mindset that embraces change. Here's a great quote to reinforce the importance:

Most suffering comes from the failure to adapt and a resistance to change. – Debasish Mridha

Change is inevitable, and business leaders who embrace change will naturally become more agile and adaptable during times of upheaval. And as this quote suggests, realizing a change mindset can relieve the suffering of the business leader and, ultimately, the organization. 

2. Develop a Plan

Now that you're ready to embrace change, develop an organizational plan to navigate it. This applies to both internal change initiatives and the fall-out of change occurring outside your organization. 

For internal change initiatives, it's helpful to include an outline of steps you'll follow and a timeline for their accomplishment. 

In addition to the organizational plan, a personal plan for navigating change (both internal and external) can also significantly help a business leader. For instance, if you know you have triggers associated with certain things that will most likely happen, such as dealing with disgruntled and argumentative employees, then develop a plan to deal with these encounters. Also, include several scenarios that could occur to ready yourself to deal with them.

3. Be Accountable in Your Response to Change

Having an outside sounding board can help business leaders become more flexible and agile during change cycles.

If you don't have a mentor or peer group with whom you can regularly discuss ongoing challenges, it's a good idea to get involved with one. Not only will you have a forum to discuss these challenges, but you can also establish goals for which you can be accountable. 

Finally, regularly check in with your staff to see how well you are doing with agility and adaptability. Having the humility and discipline to remain accountable in this way can reap enormous dividends for you and the company.

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