In any plan or journey, unexpected events can arise, acting as triggers that test our adaptability. When these events occur, four possible reactions reflect our level of your resilience:
Give yourself this rating;
C: This is when an obstacle halts your progress and pushes you backwards, setting you further from your goal.
B: Here, the obstacle stops you, keeping you stalled in place without progress.
A: At this level, you can navigate around the obstacle and continue your path, demonstrating resilience even amidst challenges.
A+: The highest adaptability level, where you leverage the obstacle itself to gain momentum, using it as an opportunity to propel forward with even greater speed.
Now let's put it into action:
Imagine setting out to grow a small family business in India. From sudden market shifts to new regulations, the journey rarely goes as planned. Here’s how the ABC Levels of Leadership Adaptability Test can help you understand your response:
C Level: Picture this. You plan to expand your dhaba, but a sudden increase in ingredient prices leaves you worse off than before. You lose profits, and the setback pushes your dream farther away. This level represents a real blow – one that feels like it’s undoing your hard work.
B Level: Now, say your expansion plans are paused due to delayed permits. You're not moving forward, but you’re holding steady. It’s frustrating, but you’re neither advancing nor losing ground.
A Level: Perhaps your dhaba faces tough competition, but you find a workaround by introducing unique regional dishes that attract loyal customers. You’re navigating the challenge, staying afloat, and pushing ahead despite obstacles.
A+ Level: This is the ideal. Maybe a neighboring restaurant closes down, and instead of just continuing, you seize the opportunity to expand your menu and services. Here, the challenge becomes a springboard, pushing you even faster towards success.
From setbacks to opportunities, each level of your adaptability shapes the journey of humans be it you are an employee, housewife or entrepreneur.
How you respond defines whether an obstacle is a roadblock or a launchpad.
Peace out, hustle on. #AdaptAndThrive.
Srinivas A
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