It was a gorgeous South Florida day — until it wasn’t.

At the Miami Open, our excitement turned into a three-hour rain delay. For spectators like us, that’s a mild inconvenience.

But for the athletes on the court? That’s a major disruption.

Just imagine: you’ve found your rhythm, momentum is on your side, and then – just like that – the game is paused. Not because of anything you did, but because of the weather you can’t control.

You’re ushered off the court and into the locker room to wait.

From the stands I watch closely.

And here’s where I saw the real challenge: not physical strength, not technical skill – but resilience.

• Players can’t complain to the umpire.
• They can’t force the game to resume.
• They had to wait, reset, and prepare to return just as strong – maybe stronger.

Now think about your business.

How often do external “weather systems” disrupt your flow?

A supply chain issue. A market shift. A team member resigns.

You didn’t cause it. You can’t stop it.

But you still have to consider: what’s your next best choice to deal with the situation?

Resilient business leaders don’t just bounce back – they reset with intention. They adapt quickly, process what’s happened, and re-enter the game focused and ready.

You don’t have to love the rain delay. But you do have to lead through it.

So here’s your challenge:

What does resilience look like for you right now, and are you practicing it?