Yes, I think it can.
But what does ‘being organised’ mean?
I’m not referring to having a tidy desk…although that can’t hurt either.
I’m talking about:
knowing where you are going
knowing how you are going to get there, and
having ways of knowing if you are going in the right direction.
Sounds like having a plan and then tracking your progress, right?
Well, yes - but that’s only one side of it.
The other required ingredient is developing good habits to ensure you stay on track instead of chasing shiny objects.
And that is easier when you start with a good plan and are generally on top of things, meaning that you are regularly monitoring and actively managing your capacity.
So, how do these things help you become more comfortable with risk?
Being on top of things gives you the time and energy to:
be proactive
consider what is outside and within your control
develop options for dealing with identified risks
build a buffer that allows you to deal with unexpected difficulties.
Being organised helps you build the confidence and capability you need to take on new challenges and face the unknown.
Am I always organised? Heck, no. But I try to be as much as possible.
I compare this to when I am preparing to run an executive workshop. The more I rehearse upfront, the more spontaneous I can be on the day.
Thanks for reading the post. I hope it was helpful.