You’re gearing up for change, you can feel momentum and you know… you’re heading into a pivot. But likely, there’s so much on the other side; much of it revolving around the fear of the unknown. Whether it’s your career path, business strategy, or even personal goals, knowing how to pivot can be actually be a tactic you use to expand and change versus react and adapt.
- Embrace Change
Change isn’t just inevitable, it’s part of your innovation. The first step in mastering the pivot is to get comfortable with being uncomfortable. When you stop resisting and start embracing change, you position yourself to seize opportunities that others might miss. This mindset is about viewing change as an ally, not an enemy. - Analyze Your Circumstances
Before making any moves, take a hard look at your current situation. What’s working? What’s not? Where do you want to go? This isn’t about making rash decisions; it’s about strategic choices. Use data, feedback, and your gut to guide you. Understand the terrain, then plan your pivot. Think of this as gathering intel—without it, any move you make is just a shot in the dark. - Move With Intent
Once you’ve scoped out the landscape, it’s time to move—and move with intent. Set clear, actionable goals for your pivot. Whether it’s shifting your business model, changing job fields, or redirecting a project, ensure your actions are deliberate and aimed towards concrete outcomes. - Keep the Momentum
After you pivot, keep the momentum going. Implement changes, measure results, and be prepared to make further adjustments. The pivot doesn’t have to be this *big* move, but what follows is just as crucial. This is about iteration. Each step forward is an opportunity to refine and enhance.
Pivoting is a practice; a practice in accepting possibility rather than outcome. The outcomes are 10/10 out of your control so use your experimentation as practice. Whether you’re adjusting to the business landscape, shifting career goals, or just redirecting a personal project, remember: every great move forward starts with the decision to not stay stuck.
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