ADAPT OR DIE - STRATEGIES FOR SIGNIFICANCE
Charles Darwin somehow lived ahead of his time with profound words like; "lt's not the strongest of species, nor the most intelligent, but the one most responsive to change that survives." Change is the only constant in every aspect of earthly existence whether in the animal kingdom or amongst humans. Organisations that do not adapt to their changing environment will slow down and ultimately die. History is replete with many once viable and vibrant establishments that sunk into oblivion because of their failure to adapt to change. ln the animal kingdom, one creature that has developed strategic adaptations for survival is the chameleon. These very adaptations, if fully applied and adopted in human circles, survival is guaranteed and at times real success and significance. The swivelling eyes of the chameleon enables it to pinpoint on potential prey. The colour changing skin enables it to blend in a way that ensures total camouflage from predators. The long tongue which i...