Here's how you can cultivate adaptability skills to excel in a diverse workplace.

One thing that would help us all as we look to increase our ability to navigate change is to understand our conflict style. How do you handle conflict (or perceived conflict)? While change doesn’t necessarily mean there will be conflict, it can be a trigger for many people into their version of flight or fight mode. As we begin to understand ourselves and some of our innate coping mechanisms, we can intentionally support ourselves through the change curve and hopefully learn to embrace change while avoiding derailing behaviors. Mitigating this will demonstrate greater adaptability and allow us to be a change champion for others.

"Get comfortable being uncomfortable" is a powerful mantra for those seeking growth and transformative change. Embracing discomfort means stepping into challenges and new experiences that push us beyond familiar boundaries, fostering resilience and adaptability. By confronting discomfort, we open ourselves to invaluable opportunities for learning and improvement. This continuous stretch builds confidence, skills, and our capacity to tackle future adversities. Ultimately, getting comfortable with discomfort acts as a catalyst for profound transformation, propelling us toward our fullest potential and enabling significant progress in all areas of our lives.

Building a diverse network is invaluable, not merely for the breadth of perspectives it brings, but for the richness of genuine, active connections it fosters. Quantity and diversity alone don't suffice; the true power lies in the quality and engagement within the network. A well-rounded network offers varied insights and innovative solutions, but it's the depth of these relationships that turns ideas into action. Active participation ensures that connections are not just names in a directory but dynamic links to opportunities, support, and growth. Cultivating a vibrant, engaged, and high-quality network transforms it into a catalyst for personal and professional success.

Networking is my number 1 go to approach for cultivating adaptivity. The amount of knowledge that is available in a group of people coming from different backgrounds is envigorating and rewarding. In my organisation, many people tell me that they don't have time to do this, but from experience I can say that the work can be done better and quicker if the right knowledge is available.

As adults, we sometimes have a bit of a judgement on capabilities we do not have. But actually, it is fantastic to allow yourself to keep learning new things. Who says we have to do everything right the first time? Maybe we can allow ourselves to learn. Every year, I do something I have never done before, and I use what I learn from that experience in my work. Also, I make a habit of asking questions, so I take advantage of the knowledge that is easily available around me.