{"id":3561,"date":"2023-08-01T05:29:39","date_gmt":"2023-08-01T09:29:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/are-you-set-in-your-ways\/"},"modified":"2023-08-01T05:29:39","modified_gmt":"2023-08-01T09:29:39","slug":"are-you-set-in-your-ways","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/parmaks.com\/Resources\/are-you-set-in-your-ways\/","title":{"rendered":"Are You Set in Your Ways?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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When you sail, you constantly maneuver to respond to changing wind conditions. That holds true in life. Although it\u2019s great to have a plan, it\u2019s equally important to roll with the punches to respond to an ever-changing world. As Mike Tyson, the former heavyweight boxing champion, said, \u201cEveryone has a plan until they get punched in the mouth.\u201d Are you flexible or set in your ways?<\/p>\n

Some folks are as stubborn as a mule. Once they set their mind to something they refuse to back down. They charge full speed ahead regardless of whether things are panning out. You\u2019d think if all signs indicated that a plan wasn\u2019t working, it would be time to regroup and change course. But once they decide to do something, there\u2019s no stopping them \u2014 even if they\u2019re heading for a wall.<\/p>\n

Those folks refuse to listen to feedback<\/a>, learn from mistakes<\/a>, or change \u2014 even if actions produce poor outcomes. Instead, they boldly march forward hoping that results will change\u2026even though they won\u2019t. As Benjamin Franklin said, \u201cWhen you\u2019re finished changing, you\u2019re finished.\u201d<\/p>\n

When you run into a wall, think, or you will do it again.<\/p>\n

10 Ways to Adapt to a Changing World<\/h3>\n

Although we have access to more information than ever before, that doesn\u2019t mean we\u2019re more knowledgeable. Moreover, what use is information if you don\u2019t act on it? Here are 10 ways to remain nimble and flexible in a changing world:<\/p>\n

Stay informed. <\/strong><\/span>Determine whether the information you receive is accurate, honest, objective, timely, and thorough. If you\u2019re careful about consuming healthy food, shouldn\u2019t you be equally prudent about how you feed your mind?<\/p>\n

Learn something new every day. <\/strong><\/span>The world is changing at a blistering pace. In fact, the U.S. Patent Office receives six times as many applications<\/a> as it did in 1980. Unless you learn something new every day, you\u2019re becoming obsolete.<\/p>\n

Broaden your horizons. <\/strong><\/span>Get your information from multiple<\/em> sources that offer different perspectives<\/em>. Otherwise, your information merely reflects and reinforces your existing beliefs.<\/p>\n

Keep an open mind.<\/span> <\/strong>You\u2019ll never know if your ideas are sound until they are challenged.<\/p>\n

Encourage the free flow of ideas. <\/strong><\/span>Challenge your opinions. You don\u2019t win a debate<\/a> by suppressing discussion; you win it with a better argument. Additionally, think for yourself. One or many believers don\u2019t determine the truth or untruth.<\/p>\n

Ask for feedback.<\/span><\/strong> Treat feedback as a gift rather than a slap in the face. Furthermore, the only thing worse than not requesting<\/em> feedback is not acting<\/em> on it.<\/p>\n

Scrutinize your habits.<\/strong><\/span> Practice doesn\u2019t make perfect if you\u2019re doing it wrong.<\/p>\n

Discover new ways of doing things.<\/strong><\/span> Just because something made sense 10 years ago doesn\u2019t mean it\u2019s valid today. Identify and eliminate outdated rules<\/a>, policies, and procedures.<\/p>\n

Know when to quit. <\/strong><\/span>There are times when good intentions don\u2019t work out as planned. If you\u2019re in a bad relationship, made a poor financial investment, or made a bad career move, cut your losses\u2026or lose more.<\/p>\n

Learn from your mistakes \u2014 and the mistakes of others.<\/strong><\/span> Making a mistake is acceptable. Just don\u2019t let it return for an encore.<\/p>\n

Pause, Reflect, and Adapt<\/h3>\n

Times change. So should your behavior. That doesn\u2019t mean that you should listen to every so-called expert, chase every fad, or change for change\u2019s sake. Additionally, don\u2019t change something proven to be successful. Just because it\u2019s new, doesn\u2019t make it better. But if life isn\u2019t going as planned, pause, reflect, and change course before you run into the wall again. You\u2019re not floundering by altering your course; it\u2019s weak to stick to a plan just to save face. As Peter Drucker said, \u201cThe greatest danger in times of turbulence is not the turbulence; it is to act with yesterday\u2019s logic.\u201d Are you flexible or set in your ways? Change is good if it\u2019s in the right direction.<\/p>\n

Check out Franks NEW book,\u00a0Leadership by Example: Be a role model who inspires greatness on others<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Are You Set in Your Ways?<\/h3>\n

Please leave a\u00a0comment<\/a>\u00a0and tell us what you think or\u00a0share it with someone who can benefit from the information<\/b><\/p>\n

Additional Reading:
Are You Inflexible and Stuck in Your Ways?<\/a>
Protect Yourself From Bad Information<\/a>
Make Personal Development a Priority<\/a>
The Benefits of Being Open-Minded: An Open-and-Shut Case<\/a>
How to Have a Fresh Perspective<\/a>
How Do You React to Negative Feedback?<\/a>
Change Your Priorities: Change Your Life<\/a><\/p>\n

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