 we favor the comfort of conviction over the discomfort of doubt. In the above quote, noted organizational psychologist and Wharton Professor Adam Grant describes the fundamental human instinct of seeking certainty and predictability in all aspects of our lives. This feature of human behavior has served us remarkably well for millennia as it has effectively driven problem solving, technical innovation, as well as collective and orderly planning for a productive and safe society. The challenge that Grant and others note, however, is that as the world has become more complex and the outcomes of any set of choices more ambiguous and unpredictable, our ability to predict and achieve certainty becomes more problematic. This movement toward pervasive complexity in all aspects of our lives has not, however, come with a consequent evolutionary shift in human behavior or our cognitive ability to accept uncertainty. Leaders in any large and complex organization must keep this overarching context of complexity in mind when considering decision making processes, organizational inclusion, as well as their approach to setting and communicating priorities. Leaders must embrace the discomfort of doubt described by Grant and in turn translate the ubiquitous nature of complexity to those we lead. If you are interested in more on this topic, we recommend think again the power of knowing what you don't know by Adam Grant. Lead well this week.