
Donald Sull and Kathleen M. Eisenhardt
A practical guide to managing complexity through a handful of tailored, flexible simple rules that improve decision-making and coordination.
The concept of simple rules is inspired partly by how animals like bees and birds coordinate complex behaviors.
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Imagine a battlefield hospital in the heat of war, where the air is thick with smoke and urgency. Doctors and medics must make life-or-death decisions in seconds, deciding who gets treated first.
Simple rules are not just about speed; they provide clarity. They focus attention on what matters most, cutting through overwhelming complexity. Like a beacon in a storm, they help individuals and organizations navigate uncertain, fast-changing environments. The medical triage example shows how a handful of clear, actionable guidelines can save countless lives when the stakes are highest.
But these principles extend far beyond medicine. Whether in business, nature, or everyday life, simple rules help us avoid paralysis by analysis and act decisively. They are the antidote to the complexity that threatens to overwhelm us. As we journey through this audiobook, you will discover how simple rules empower people and organizations to thrive amid complexity, making better decisions, coordinating collective action, and adapting to change.
Next, we will explore the different types of simple rules and how they shape what to do, what to prioritize, and when to stop—key questions that govern effective decision-making.
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