"Oh my God, this is amazing! When you see this sentence, have you been deeply intrigued? Yes, I'm going to tell you that those who know how to be flexible, their abilities, their achievements, are simply amazing! Do you want to know the secret of being able to turn over in half a year? Then memorize them one by one!
First of all, we need to understand what flexibility is. Flexibility, in simple terms, is the ability to respond flexibly in different situations and find the best solution. And if you want to learn to be flexible, you must first understand the seemingly lofty words of emperorship, human nature, scheming, strategy, and pattern. Sounds a bit complicated? It doesn't matter, I'll give you a few examples, easy to understand, just look at it.
1. The art of the emperor.
The art of the emperor may sound like it is far away from us, but it is not. In the workplace, people who know the art of emperors are often able to rise to prominence quickly. For example, Xiao Wang is a new employee, and he found that there was a project in the company that could not be carried out for various reasons. Xiao Wang did not complain, but took the initiative to understand the situation, and then used his wisdom and resources to find the crux of the problem, and finally helped the project to move forward successfully. This is the art of the emperor in the "strategizing, decisive victory thousands of miles away".
2. Human nature. Human nature is an inevitable part of our lives. People who understand human nature are often better able to get along with others and deal with all kinds of complex interpersonal relationships. For example, Xiao Li is a salesperson, and he finds that some customers are always hesitant and unwilling to place orders. So, Xiao Li began to study the psychology of these customers and found that they were actually worried about product quality and after-sales service. As a result, Xiao Li took the initiative to provide some additional security measures to eliminate the customer's concerns, and finally successfully won the order. That's the beauty of human insight.
3. Scheming, strategy, and pattern.
Scheming, strategy, and pattern are all wisdom that we need to use in our lives and work. People who understand these are often able to navigate complex environments and find the best solutions. For example, Xiao Zhang is a project manager, and he found that one member of the team was always passive and slacking off, which affected the progress of the whole project. Xiao Zhang did not directly criticize the member, but talked to him privately to understand his troubles and thoughts. It turned out that this member had been in a bad mood because of family reasons. Zhang then came up with a way to help him solve his family problems, while also adjusting his work tasks so that he could better play to his strengths. As a result, the atmosphere of the entire team has improved and the project has progressed smoothly. This is the combined use of scheming, strategy, and pattern.
You see, flexibility is not something that is so far away. As long as we are willing to learn and practice, we will be able to gradually master these flexible skills and methods. And those who know how to be flexible, they will not only be able to stand out in the workplace, but also be able to navigate life with ease, enjoy more success and happiness.
Here are a few detailed examples of the science of adaptation that will help you understand the importance of this knowledge more deeply.
Example 1: Find new opportunities from failure.
Let's say you're the founder of a start-up and your company launches a new product, but the market doesn't respond as expected. Faced with this situation, most people may feel frustrated and disappointed and even consider giving up. However, people who know how to be flexible see new opportunities in their failures.
They may re-analyze market data to understand what users really want, and then adjust or reposition the product. Or, they may find that while the product itself has not been successful, it has gained popularity in certain specific areas or groups of people. So, they decided to focus on these areas or groups of people, redesigned their marketing strategy, and finally achieved a successful product promotion.
This ability to find new opportunities from failure is a manifestation of flexibility. It requires us to be open-minded and observant, to be able to spot hidden opportunities in seemingly failed situations.
Example 2: Solve problems in an innovative way.
Let's say you're a project manager working on a complex, cross-departmental project. During the execution of the project, you find that there are serious problems with communication and collaboration between various departments, resulting in a significant delay in the project schedule.
Faced with such situations, people who know how to be flexible will adopt innovative ways to solve problems. They may organise a cross-departmental team-building event to enhance understanding and trust between departments through a relaxed atmosphere and fun activities. Alternatively, they may introduce some new collaboration tools or methods, such as agile development, scrum, etc., to improve the team's collaboration efficiency.
This ability to solve problems in an innovative way is also a manifestation of flexibility. It requires an open mind and the courage to experiment, and to be able to find new solutions when traditional methods can't solve them.
Example 3: Adapt to change and seize opportunities.
Let's say you're a marketer and your company suddenly decides to enter a new market segment. Faced with this new market, you need to adapt quickly and develop a marketing strategy accordingly.
In such a situation, flexible people will quickly adjust their way of thinking and acting, actively learning about the new market, and understanding the local culture and consumption habits. At the same time, they will also pay close attention to market changes and seize various opportunities to promote the company's products.
This ability to adapt to change and seize opportunities is also a manifestation of flexibility. It requires us to have a flexible mind and a keen sense of insight to quickly adjust our strategy and direction in an ever-changing environment.
Through the above three examples, we can see the importance and practicality of adaptation. Whether in our personal or professional lives, as long as we have the ability to be flexible, we will be better able to respond to challenges and changes and find the best solutions.
So, when you're fine, take a look at "The Learning of a Lifetime of Flexibility"! There are many practical tips and methods in this book that can help us better understand and apply the wisdom of flexibility. Believe me, as long as you study and practice carefully, you will definitely surpass most people around you unconsciously. Trust me, you're going to be that amazing "workaround"!