Flexibility: How Learning to Adapt to Change Can Benefit You Personally + Professionally

Happy Summer friends! We recorded this episode on the first official day of summer, and you can tell we mixed feelings about this new season we are entering. Kids are home, Sabrina’s husband Corey is off of work for the summer, routines are out the window, our houses are cluttered with the inevitable messes that follow toddlers, little boys and teenagers, and we are trying desperately to embrace the joy of summer and “go with the flow.” How are we doing? Well, it’s only the first day…so we will report back on that lol.

Today we are talking all about how to be flexible, both at home and at work. Listen in as we (Sabrina and Cara) share ways we are good at being flexible and ways we are looking to improve on our easy-going, flexible outlook on life. Sabrina also interviews Cara to see what she was like as a kid, how she met her husband and all things marketing. We hope you enjoy our kickoff to summer episode!

Here are a few ways to practice flexibility at work and at home:

How to Be Flexible at Work

1. Embrace Change Positively
   Instead of resisting new systems, leadership, or workflows, try to see change as a chance to grow or improve.

2. Be Open to Feedback
   Accept constructive criticism and use it as a tool for development. This shows you're adaptable and willing to improve.

3. Take Initiative
   Step up when unexpected tasks or problems arise. Saying “I can help with that” positions you as dependable and adaptable.

4. Prioritize and Reprioritize
   Learn to juggle tasks, especially when deadlines shift. Stay organized but remain open to adjusting your day based on new priorities.

5. Stay Calm Under Pressure
   Keep a level head when plans change. Flexibility often means maintaining professionalism even when things don’t go as expected.

6. Be a Team Player
   Offer to cover for a colleague, collaborate across departments, or adjust your schedule when the team needs it.

7. Keep Learning
   Continuous learning keeps your skills fresh and makes you more versatile—whether it’s learning a new tool, system, or soft skill.

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Why Flexibility Can Benefit You

1. Boosts Career Growth
   Employers value employees who can adapt. It often leads to leadership opportunities and promotions.

2. Increases Job Security
   Flexible employees are seen as valuable assets in uncertain times or during organizational change.

3. Enhances Problem-Solving
   When you're open to new ways of doing things, you’re more likely to find creative and effective solutions.

4. Improves Work Relationships
   Being flexible makes you easier to work with, which strengthens team dynamics and trust.

5. Reduces Stress
   People who adapt easily tend to feel less overwhelmed by unexpected changes or demands.

6. Builds a Positive Reputation
   Flexibility shows maturity, emotional intelligence, and professionalism—qualities that others respect and appreciate.