The Art Of Adoption

 

“What are the similarities between martial arts and IT-adoption?” The question popped in my mind as I was preparing for one of my black belt exams, cheeks still red from practice, mind quiet enough to let this odd thought be examined. Though I suppose it might be an odder one to others than myself, as it wasn’t the first time I sought out the connecting factor between the things that keep my mind occupied. 

Strange though this connection might seem at first, let me preface this blog by stating that both follow a flowing path of growth along an enticing adventure of change. 

So let me take you along this journey and let’s get to the core of why I often use a one-word description when people ask me “what is an IT-adoption consultant?”. 

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