Fix what’s not working - without overhauling everything
Learn the P.I.V.O.T. Framework to adapt and keep moving forward.
You can’t out-hustle a broken system. For me, that system was my mornings.
Since working from home, I’d developed a terrible habit: staying in bed until the last possible second. I’d roll out of bed, already behind, rushing into my day without feeling grounded.
It wasn’t just unproductive - it was exhausting.
I tried everything. A physical alarm clock. Putting my phone across the room. Even setting up an Alexa routine to blast lights and music at full volume. None of it worked.
Then out of the blue, something seemingly unrelated broke my habit loop.
I’d been batching and scheduling my newsletters every Sunday, dedicating hours to get them all done for the week. But a couple of weeks ago, I ran out of time on the weekend, and didn’t have a single day free during the week to finish batching.
I had two choices: fall behind or find another way.
So, I tried something new: waking up an hour earlier every morning to finish the day’s newsletter before starting my 9-5.
At first, it was just something I was doing for that specific week to catch up, adamant about getting back to having everything batched on Sundays the next week.
But, at the end of the week, I noticed something - I didn’t linger in the bed one day that entire week.
Since then, I’ve purposely left one part of my newsletter to be done the morning of - unexpected killing the habit loop that had plagued me for over a year.
Did you know that 80% of successful people attribute their breakthroughs to a small change that sparked bigger results?
Even a minor shift to your habits can compound into exponential improvements over time, setting the stage for bigger breakthroughs you didn’t even realize were possible.
For me, waking up earlier to work on something undone didn’t just fix my mornings - it gave me structure, clarity, and momentum.
That one small decision spilled over into every part of my day, helping me stay more focused, manage my time better, and approach my work with purpose, instead of chaos.
Unfortunately, we often resist change, no matter how small, because it feels safer to stick with what we know.
But familiarity isn’t progress - it’s stagnation.
True growth demands adaptability. The willingness to experiment with what feels uncomfortable. The courage to make necessary changes, no matter how small, when the current system is no longer serving us.
If you’re stuck in a broken system - or clinging to one out of habit - use my P.I.V.O.T. Framework to make small, strategic shifts:
P – Pinpoint the Problem: What’s not working? Get specific. You can’t fix what you don’t name.
I – Identify What’s Not Serving You: Stop holding onto methods that feel comfortable but aren’t moving the needle.
V – Visualize a Small Change: What’s one small, manageable tweak you can test right now?
O – Optimize What Works: Double down on what moves you forward, even if it feels unconventional.
T – Test and Adjust Again: Keep tweaking. Progress comes from iteration, not perfection.
Why This Works
Small adjustments give you a sense of control without requiring a complete lifestyle shift.
They’re easier to commit to and allow you to build sustainable habits through tiny wins. These wins then stack over time, creating momentum that drives bigger progress.
When you stop forcing broken systems to work, you open space to experiment with changes that can actually make a difference.
Adapting doesn’t mean scrapping everything you’ve built - it means recognizing when to pivot, and making adjustments to keep things moving forward.
Here’s What You’ll Get Out of It
Momentum: Small pivots create forward motion, even when you’re feeling stuck.
Clarity: You’ll stop wasting time on systems that drain you.
Resilience: Adapting becomes second nature, making every challenge feel manageable.
“Growth doesn’t come from clinging to what’s broken. It comes from having the courage to adapt.”
Your Turn
Take a hard look at your routines, your habits, your business model. Where are you clinging to what’s familiar instead of what works?
Pinpoint one system that’s not serving you. Find the smallest, simplest change you can make today to pivot toward something better.
It’s not about overhauling everything at once. It’s about staying flexible, testing, and trusting that small changes can lead to massive results.
Adapt. Test. Grow.