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Destined to be a classic for anyone trying to succeed against the odds, Ambiguity is the Answer reminds readers of what it has always taken to truly bring about change in a world dominated by powerful interests: the use of ambiguity. Hailed as ""hopeful medicine for those who seek to lead impactful lives and bend the arc toward justice,"" this digestible yet deeply researched book by strategist Kyle Crawford lays out the lessons individuals, teams, communities, and organizations need to not just attempt to make a significant impact, but to succeed in doing so. Directly countering the logic of our prevailing approaches to change and success, Ambiguity is the Answer uses real world stories to illuminate the landmark revelation that, across fields and throughout history, it is the production and embodiment of ambiguity-rather than categorization or certainty-that gives people an upper hand when it looks like they have none. Drawing on the stories and strategies of a brilliant range of figures-Thurgood Marshall, Frida Kahlo, Harriet Tubman, Marlon Riggs, Cesar Chavez, Muhammad Ali, Billie Holiday, and many more-we see ambiguity emerge in innovative ways as the critical factor for success among activists, artists, entrepreneurs, athletes, and leaders across a host of fields. As power continues to concentrate against more people, the world is in need of those who can explore, embody, and use ambiguity to create change. Thoughtfully structured and beautifully written, Ambiguity is the Answer will help you feel a little more freedom, and make you a little more able, to bring ambiguity into the important work you're doing.

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"""Drawing lessons from the lives and thoughts of a long, diverse list of deep thinkers and change agents, [Crawford's] crafted something both profound and readable, an updated Art of War that's hopeful medicine for those who seek to lead impactful lives and bend the arc toward justice."" - Chronogram ""In a culture that favors short-term solutions and binary reactions to current events, Kyle Crawford's Ambiguity is the Answer offers a refreshing guide to favor nuance, depth, and ambiguity for long-game success."" - Jeffrey Davis, Founder and CEO, Tracking Wonder ""Kyle Crawford takes the ambiguity out of ambiguity and gives us a clear idea how to win the business and personal challenges of life. A great read."" - Robert Coram, Author of Boyd: The Fighter Pilot Who Changed the Art of War ""Reading this book certainly helped shape the way I approach the design process in practice and teach it to students."" - Raelynn O'leary, Principal at Dezudio, and Special Faculty at Carnegie Mellon University School of Design ""A profound and persuasive book that will change the way you look at your environment."" - Adam Golden, Creator of Fly Revolutionary Hustler ""With fluid and concise prose, Kyle Crawford is able to provide a conceptual framework for intentionally embracing ambiguity."" - Hans Barr, Author of Speculative Cookery ""[A] wonderful achievement...discover hope, inspiration, and the blueprints for change."" - James F. Wilson, Author of Bulldaggers, Pansies, and Chocolate Babies: Performance, Race, and Sexuality in the Harlem Renaissance"

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