Simple Rules

Donald Sull and Kathleen Eisenhardt

To make better decisions, three types of guidelines can significantly enhance performance: instructional, coordination, and timing guidelines. Instructional guidelines, like those pioneered by BBC announcer Seymour Joly de Lotbiniere in sports commentary, encourage creativity while providing structure. Coordination guidelines, essential in collaborative settings like improvisational comedy, ensure smooth interactions through principles such as building on others’ ideas with “Yes, and…” Timing guidelines help determine when to act, such as medical advice for better sleep habits. Creating personal guidelines requires a foundation of reliable knowledge, often drawn from personal experience or the wisdom of others, as seen in Tina Fey’s rules for managing a comedy show or Netflix’s adaptation of Blockbuster’s strategies. Simple Rules, tailored for specific scenarios, streamline decision-making by focusing on critical factors, as demonstrated in medical triage or navigating complex systems like tax codes. However, guidelines must evolve with changing circumstances, as seen in Airbnb’s adjustments to better serve its clientele or the creative freedom enabled by Netflix’s shift in television storytelling norms. Simple Rules also excel in promoting health and creativity, such as Michael Pollan’s nutritional principles or Claude Monet’s artistic focus. Six types of Simple Rules—boundary, prioritizing, stopping, and others—offer practical solutions for various challenges, from managing investments to maintaining healthy eating habits. Collaboration, supported by Clear Rules, is vital for achieving shared goals, whether in human endeavors or nature, as illustrated by Zipcar’s concise rules or the Japanese honeybee’s defense strategy. To create your own Simple Rules, identify the key action driving your goal, address bottlenecks, and craft actionable guidelines, as exemplified by eToro’s approach to attracting Popular Investors or strategies to curb late-night snacking.

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This book dives into the transformative power of Simple Rules—concise, actionable guidelines that simplify decision-making in a complex world. Through engaging examples, from sports commentary to improvisational comedy, and insights from industries like tech and medicine, it illustrates how these rules foster creativity, coordination, and efficiency. Readers will learn how to craft their own Simple Rules, adapt them to changing circumstances, and apply them to personal and professional challenges. Whether navigating modern systems or pursuing individual goals, this guide offers a practical framework for thriving amidst complexity.

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Donald Sull is management guru and expert on strategy and execution in turbulent markets. He is also a former professor at Harvard and the London Business School.

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