Midweek Momentum: When Plans Fail, Adapt Faster

Hi friend,

There’s a saying I’ve come to appreciate: “The only constant in life is change.” It’s a simple idea, but it’s easy to forget when we’re trying to control every detail of our plans.

You map things out, feel prepared, and then—life happens. The plan you were counting on suddenly doesn’t work. Things take longer, problems appear out of nowhere, and you’re forced to rethink everything.

Here’s the truth. Progress doesn’t come from perfect plans. It comes from how we handle the unexpected.

The people who get ahead aren’t the ones who avoid problems. They’re the ones who adapt quickly when things don’t go as planned.

This week, try leaning into change instead of resisting it. Whether it’s a small disruption to your schedule or a bigger challenge, ask yourself: What can I learn from this? How can I adapt? You might be surprised by how much stronger and more creative you become when you embrace uncertainty.

STORIES FROM THE PATH: ADAPTING ON THE FLY

Imagine moving to a brand-new location with a rock-solid plan. You’ve mapped out every detail, feeling confident because this approach worked so well where you used to live.

Now imagine that plan falling apart almost immediately.

That’s exactly what happened when I relocated and tried to set up our Amazon FBA routes. Everything I’d meticulously planned out flunked, leaving us scrambling to create a new strategy—fast.

I won’t sugarcoat it. It was frustrating and overwhelming. But here’s the thing. Challenges like these force you to grow. When Plan A fails, you find out how resourceful you can be.

We came up with a brand-new approach on the spot, and while I’ll share more about that next week, this experience taught me a valuable lesson. Flexibility is just as important as preparation.

Even the best plans can fail. The key isn’t to avoid failure. It’s to adapt, learn, and move forward with a new perspective.

QUICK WIN: TRY THE “RULE OF THREE”

The next time you’re feeling overwhelmed by everything you need to do, simplify with the Rule of Three.

At the start of your day, pick just three things you absolutely want to accomplish. Write them down and focus on getting those done first.

This simple shift keeps you focused on what truly matters and helps you feel a sense of accomplishment, even on busy days.

Stay focused (or at least pretend to),
Jonathan

P.S. What’s one insight or idea from this newsletter that resonated with you? Hit reply. I’d love to hear your thoughts.