Berrett-Koehler Blog Small Shifts, Big Change: An Excerpt from Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems

We're excited to share an excerpt from Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems by Adam Kahane, one of the world's leading voices on navigating complex change. Adam is the author of several influential books-including the bestselling Collaborating with the Enemy-that offer practical guidance for people working to tackle deep systemic challenges in their organizations, communities, and societies.In Everyday Habits for Transforming Systems, Adam builds on decades of experience facilitating change processes around the globe. He offers a fresh perspective on how transformation happens-not through grand strategies or heroic leadership, but through small, intentional shifts in how we show up every day. Grounded in real-world stories and deeply human insights, this book is a powerful guide for anyone seeking to make a difference in the systems they're part of.Below is an excerpt that captures the essence of Adam's approach: practical, grounded, and full of hope.