Change, Transition and Pivot: What’s the Difference

Sometimes the words change and transition are used interchangeably to mean the same thing. Pivot, on the other hand, is a trending term that has a very similar attachment to change and transition. Knowing the differences among these terms will help in identifying where you are in the spectrum of movement.

Change is event or situationally driven. During the pandemic there is likely much change that has occurred; change in job, change in location and even change in lifestyle.
Transition, on the other hand is how you are psychologically coping with that change. Situational change can often be immediate whereas transition is a process. Letting go of the old or what was, developing the next phase and adjusting, and then creating the new beginning.

Pivoting is making a quick turn when change has happened by surprise or without you planning for it. Pivoting allows for a different view; adjusting your direction and continuing your momentum toward your goal or mission.

The word” stop” or giving up has no place in the process of change, transition or pivot. Embrace the change as it often launches growth and the transition will follow as you pivot your direction toward your desire.