Having a Plan B: Why thinking differently matters in both business and life
CREATED BY DAVINA FARRER Published: 20/10/2026 @ 09:01AM #FamilyDayOut #PlanB #BusinessLessons #GrandchildrenAdventures #ThePatchMK
Sometimes the best lessons come when you're least expecting them! I recently enjoyed a wonderful family day out at The Patch MK with my grandchildren, Freddie and Flo, and it got me thinking about the importance of having a Plan B, both in business and in life ...
Having a Plan B: thinking differently helps you adapt, much like the working farm that created The Patch MK
Having a Plan B isn't about expecting things to go wrong. It's about recognising opportunities, being open to change and finding new ways to move forward. The Patch MK is a brilliant example. Since 2019, they've transformed a working farm into one of the UK's largest pumpkin-picking attractions, creating something that brings joy to thousands of visitors while supporting the business.
And what a fantastic experience it was!
Pumpkins were everywhere, with marshmallows to toast over the fire (my favourite), digger rides, games, duck races, and even axe throwing. Freddie and Flo looked adorable in their pumpkin-picking sweatshirts, although the chilly weather reminded me that glove season is almost here.
But beyond the pumpkins and family fun, something really resonated with me. They saw an opportunity to do something different and embraced it. And isn't that something we can all learn from?
In business, this might mean exploring a new direction, adapting what you offer, or finding creative ways to use the resources you already have. In life, it might mean reconsidering your career, learning a new skill, following a passion, or recognising that the path you're on isn't the only one available. We can get so focused on our original plans that we forget other possibilities exist.
So, whether you're building a business, navigating a career change, thinking about additional income or side hustles, remember that having a Plan B isn't a sign of uncertainty. It shows you're willing to explore what's possible.
What opportunities might open up if you gave yourself permission to think differently?
Until next time ...
DAVINA FARRER
Would you like to know more?
If anything in this post has made you stop and think, or you're wondering if there might be a different way of doing things, I'd love to chat. You can find out more on my website at joindavina.co.uk, call me on 07950 003140, or connect with me on LinkedIn and say hello. No pressure, just a friendly conversation to see what's possible.
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