It's easy to feel overwhelmed. But even under pressure, there is a way to respond with clarity and confidence and that’s where the ADKAR model becomes your ally. by answering some powerful questions Awareness-What is ultimate goal to achieve? Is it on risk? Desire-Do you have all team and resources ready and flexible for adapt to change the plans? Knowledge- Do you know what could be 1st step to move forward? Ability-Whan was last time you did it? What LL do you have can apply to this situation? Reinforcemente-What could be donde to sustain decisions and be prepared for another change that impacts the original plan? Basically having plan A, B it is ok, as lons as your mind and team are focus on the ultimate goal

Stay calm, focus on what you can control, adapt your plan quickly, and communicate with your team. Flexibility is key to staying productive under pressure.

Whether it involves altering project timelines, reallocating resources or revising strategies, the first step is to accept the reality of the situation Mitigate uncertainty and resistance to change by communicating on time with all stakeholders, project team members, sponsors and end users Share insights into the challenges faced and the rationale behind proposed changes Facilitate collective problem solving endeavours to nurture trust and align expectations Make adjustments in team composition while ensuring the availability of requisite skills and expertise Reassess project deliverables, timelines, realign objectives and identify the resources needed to support change Focus on problem solving and moving forward cohesively

Pause before reacting your nervous system needs stability before strategy. Acknowledge the disruption, but don’t let it define your energy. Shift your mindset from resistance to adaptability: “This isn’t ideal, but I have the tools to realign.” Reassess your priorities with fresh eyes, trim non-essentials, and create a soft landing plan for the change. Use breathwork or grounding rituals to keep your body calm while your mind recalibrates. And remember, flexibility isn’t a flaw in workflow, it’s a strength in leadership. You’re not just managing change; you’re mastering resilience in real time.

Manage stress by pausing to breathe and reassess priorities. Accept that change is part of growth. Break tasks into smaller steps, focus on what you can control, and communicate with your team to stay aligned. Flexibility and mindset make all the difference.