Let’s be honest—if you’re leading a major tech implementation and wondering why adoption is sluggish, the problem might not be the technology.
It might be you.
"You're doing TOO MUCH!"
Yep, I said it. And if that stings a little, good.
Because if you’re not seeing the adoption you expected—or the return on investment (ROI) you were banking on—it’s probably because you’re trying to do all the things at the same time.
Humans are creatures of habit.
We like our routines.
So when you throw five new systems, a new process, and a reorg at your team simultaneously, don’t be shocked when everything crashes and burns.
The more change we shove down people’s throats, the less likely any of it actually sticks.
The Art (and Science) of Getting Sh!t Done
There’s a fine line between progress and chaos. If you want your tech adoption to succeed, you need a strategy—one that doesn’t rely on sheer willpower or a never-ending to-do list.
"There is an art and a science to getting sh!t done."
Let’s talk about that list of yours.
You know, the one filled with big, exciting initiatives for this year, this quarter, maybe even this month?
Now, take a deep breath and ask yourself:
Are you trying to do TOO MUCH?
Because here’s the truth: you can do it all, but you can’t do it all at once.
The Hidden Cost of Doing Too Much
Tech implementation is a balancing act.
Sure, you might have the budget, the tools, and the consultants ready to roll—but that doesn’t mean your team can handle a tidal wave of change all at once.
"Resources are limited… AND there is only SO MUCH CHANGE our employees and customers can handle at one time."
If you overload your team, three things will happen:
Confusion reigns. People will have no clue what’s most important, and everything will feel like a priority.
Adoption tanks. Just because you flipped the switch on a new system doesn’t mean people will use it.
ROI evaporates. All that time, money, and effort? Wasted.
The cost of failed tech adoption is massive.
Not only do you risk wasting resources, but you also damage morale and trust—because nothing frustrates a team more than yet another failed initiative.
How to Delegate and Prioritize Like a Pro
If you want a tech implementation to succeed, you need to slow down and be strategic. That means:
✔ Prioritizing initiatives—not everything can be a priority.
✔ Rolling out changes in phases—give people time to adjust.
✔ Ensuring adoption—because implementation without adoption is just expensive shelfware.
"So when you're tackling your big list, make sure you start based in reality."
Technology doesn’t change organizations—people do.
If you’re not setting your team up for success, you’re setting yourself up for failure.
So, take another look at that list.
Trim it down.
Focus on what will move the needle right now.
Your team (and your bottom line) will thank you.
Trying to do too much at once is sabotaging your tech adoption. Change overload leads to confusion, poor adoption, and wasted ROI. Prioritize strategically, roll out changes in phases, and focus on adoption. Want a foolproof way to implement tech successfully? Download our Get Sh!t Done Toolkit now!
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