Have you ever wondered how some of the best in the world became the best in the world?

It all comes down to a simple skill. But simple isn’t always easy and that’s why it’s one I like to reflect on on a frequent basis.

The skill, as you may have guessed from the subject line, is the skill of adaptation.

Adaptation is defined as a modification of an organism or its parts that makes it more fit for existence under the conditions of its environment : a heritable physical or behavioral trait that serves a specific function and improves an organism's fitness or survival.

In layman’s terms it’s your ability to positively adjust to the ever changing conditions around you and when you combine this with iteration (see Reflections Day 026), you start to get a lethal combination for continued success.

In fact, one of the things instructors throughout the Marine Corps drill into your head is the phrase “Adapt and Overcome”.

They engrain it so deeper that it becomes part of your everyday vernacular.

The car breaks down - adapt and overcome.

The deal falls through - adapt and overcome.

The ads bomb - adapt and overcome.

The competitor get’s the leg up on you - adapt and overcome.

Your marketing’s failing - adapt and overcome.

​The more you look at life through the lens of iteration + adaptation the more you’ll find the pathway to success.

To your success,

Nate

​P.S. If you’d like to share your reflections with me, feel free to email me at reflections@mindvaultllc.com as I’ll be happy to hear your thoughts. This email goes directly to me and is reserved only for those who read these Reflections.