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adapt to change

ESCO reuse: transversal

Alter one's attitude or behaviour to accommodate modifications in the workplace.

adapt to change — alter one's attitude or behaviour to accommodate modifications in the workplace. ESCO classifies it as a transversal (useful across every sector) skill within transversal skills and competences.

Category: transversal skills and competences › demonstrating willingness to learn Also known as: openness to change, be open to change, revise plans to deal with changes, adapt to changes, be flexible, show willingness to change

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Frequently asked questions

What is adapt to change?

Alter one's attitude or behaviour to accommodate modifications in the workplace.

What category of skill is adapt to change?

ESCO classifies adapt to change under the transversal skills and competences category, specifically in the demonstrating willingness to learn subcategory.

How transferable is adapt to change between industries?

ESCO tags adapt to change as a transversal (useful across every sector) skill — a signal of how portable it is when you change field.

Is adapt to change the same as openness to change?

Yes — adapt to change is also known as openness to change, be open to change, revise plans to deal with changes, adapt to changes, be flexible, show willingness to change, adapting to change, or demonstrate flexibility. They refer to the same underlying capability in the ESCO taxonomy.

How can I learn adapt to change?

The most reliable path is to pick a job or project that demands adapt to change and learn through delivery. Complement that with role-specific roadmaps and short courses. Explore the occupations below to see where this skill is used in practice.

Data: ESCO v1.2.1 (CC-BY-4.0). Durability framework informed by McKinsey Global Institute (Nov 2025). See our methodology.