We live in a world that has been in chaos for quite a while now. Too many variables, some of which we cannot control, make things difficult. Other people have ideas about how to deal with these variables, but there are some that are beyond our control. It is therefore important to stop trying to control the uncontrollable and embrace the chaos.
First, we must recognize ourselves as chaotic. We must master our own internal chaos to thrive in this world. For example, a tree goes through different life cycles. But its internal foundation is strong. Likewise, we must exercise our own bodies and minds to achieve harmony. This process is called building fortitude.
The pace of change is fast and disruptive. The next decade will be characterized by fluidity. Despite the rapid pace of change, it will not create a new paradigm. This is the most significant insight for business leaders: We are living in a time of uncertainty and disruption. In fact, the speed of change has caused a constant state of crisis for companies. One recent survey by PwC found that 15 percent of CEOs have faced five or more crises in the past three years. Another 30 percent anticipate more than one crisis in the next three years. These crises may be financial, legal, technological, reputational, or even humanitarian. This constant state of crisis can also damage a company's human capital. In addition, a recent study by 2020 indicates that only 27 percent of business leaders are optimistic about their 12-month growth prospects.