You just experienced a major setback. How can you build resilience and come back stronger?

We often think that a big setback requires a big solution. That rarely happens. As part of the Brilliantly Resilient process, after a setback I recommend four simple steps: Define your values: What is truly important to you? Review your values to clarify your next steps. Check your perspective: Are things as bad as they seem? Is there any opportunity here to make a necessary or desired change? Control the Controllables: Don't focus on what you can't control, focus on what you can control, no matter how small that may seem. Initiate one Imperfect Action Step: Relieve yourself of the idea that your actions must be perfect--they won't be. Consider the first three steps, then initiate one imperfect action step to begin your journey forward.

Facing a major setback can be tough, but building resilience helps you come back stronger. Start by acknowledging your emotions to understand and accept what you're feeling. Taking a short break allows you to step back and view the situation as a challenge meant to enhance your professionalism. Once you've calmed down, reflect on past mistakes and take action to learn from them. This approach not only aids in personal growth but also prepares you to tackle future challenges with greater skill and confidence.

Learning from setbacks involves creating systems or procedures to prevent similar issues in the future. For every process with potential risks, conduct simulations and ask "what if" questions to prepare for different scenarios. This proactive approach helps you and your team anticipate challenges and devise effective responses, ensuring you're better equipped to handle future obstacles.

Seeking support and guidance when you're stuck is crucial. Don't hesitate to ask experienced colleagues for help 🦾 Often, their assistance comes at no cost but can lead you to the right solution quickly. Their expertise and fresh perspective can provide invaluable insights that you might not have considered, helping you overcome obstacles more efficiently.

Celebrating your progress and achievements is important. After achieving better results, take the time ⏳ to review your journey retrospectively. Highlight the crucial steps and strategies that led to positive changes. This reflection not only acknowledges your hard work and success but also helps you understand what works best, reinforcing these practices for future challenges.