Leadership

The adaptability paradox refers to the challenge of maintaining adaptability and flexibility in high-pressure situations. When faced with unfamiliar and high-stakes circumstances, people often experience anxiety and stress, triggering instinctive reactions and old habits that may not be suited to the new situation. This creates a paradoxical situation where the need to learn, change, and adapt is greatest, but the likelihood of reacting with old approaches that aren’t suitable for the new context is also high....

While many career opportunities yield symmetrical rewards, there are brief moments that can have outsized impact on your career trajectory. These pivotal moments, whether it be a meeting with a high-level executive or a small action with a large impact, require careful attention and recognition to make the most of the opportunity. Volunteering for activities with visibility or impact is one of the strongest ways to directly impact your career. Don’t miss out on hitting those sixes to no balls in your career - identify and seize pivotal moments for asymmetric returns....