Small Shifts, Big Impact

small shifts big impact

Have you ever wondered, is there any small change I could make to my schedule that would make a monumental difference?

The truth is, it often can.

Recently, two of my clients shared simple adjustments that completely shifted their day-to-day experience.

One client realized Mondays always felt blah. Instead of pushing through, she added a Pilates class on Monday mornings. That single shift brightened up her Mondays, turning them from sluggish to energized.

Another client recognized the stress of rushing back from school drop-off and sliding straight into her first meeting. She gave herself a 15-minute cushion before starting work. That small change reduced her stress, created a buffer, and set a better tone for the entire day.

The lesson here is powerful: small changes, big impact.

You don’t always need to redesign your life to feel better. Start by noticing the irritants—the moments that consistently feel draining. Then, try shifting just one thing. Maybe it’s moving a meeting, scheduling a walk, or protecting a 10-minute pause.

So ask yourself: What’s one small change you could make to brighten your week? The ripple effect might surprise you.

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Jo Ilfeld, PhD

An executive leadership coach, Jo helps C-suite leaders, executives, and high-potential managers develop the flexibility, skill, and frame of mind to meet the challenges of the next five, ten, twenty years…. and beyond. She works with individuals, teams and organizations on four core areas of leadership development. Check out Jo's bio page for more information.

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