Simple Habits for Complex Times by Berger & Johnson

When the world gets more complicated, most leaders respond by working harder—doing more, deciding faster, controlling tightly. But in Simple Habits for Complex Times, Berger and Johnston offer a better way: practical habits that help leaders slow down, listen deeply, and make sense of complexity with clarity and courage.

This book invites readers to shift from reacting to leading—cultivating new ways of seeing, thinking, and collaborating that make space for shared wisdom. It’s a guide for leaders who want to stay steady, curious, and effective when the old playbooks no longer apply.

What keeps leadership grounded in complexity:

• Sensemaking before strategy: Understand the system before you try to fix it.

• Curiosity over control: Ask better questions to uncover new possibilities.

• Learning in action: Use experimentation as a path to clarity and confidence.