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Marketer, strategist, data guy, tech junkie, reader, writer, human jungle gym for my 2 amazing daughters.
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My upcoming book, The Journey to Phronesis, is open for preorder.

I explore the powerful connection between Systems Thinking and Stoicism as a path to unlocking wisdom and purpose.

Preorder here until Nov 9: books.manuscripts.com/product/the-...

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From theory → practice.

My latest Substack shares an excerpt from Part 3 about Priority Stacks helping to answer the question: “what should I do now?”

Read it here:
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From Theory to Practice
A look inside Part 3 of 'The Journey to Phronesis.' Turn theory into practice by applying systems thinking to your life. A practical guide with an excerpt on 'Priority Stacks'.
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October 21, 2025 at 1:23 PM
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My upcoming book, The Journey to Phronesis, is open for preorder.

I explore the powerful connection between Systems Thinking and Stoicism as a path to unlocking wisdom and purpose.

Preorder here until Nov 9: books.manuscripts.com/product/the-...

#booksky #firsttimeauthor #nonfiction
October 14, 2025 at 11:40 PM
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Sometimes, a single visual can shape how we see a system.

I shared an excerpt from Part 2 of The Journey to Phronesis in my newest Substack post today: www.lukich.io/p/202510-the...

#booksky #newauthor #books #nonfiction #preorders
The Thinker's Toolkit
A look inside Part 2 of The Journey to Phronesis: The Thinker's Toolkit. An overview of the tools for better thinking, from asking powerful questions to visualizing data stories.
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October 13, 2025 at 12:41 PM
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Super grateful right now. End of week one of my preorder campaign: 34 backers and our first 10-copy order. Thank you so much for the support.

Preorder The Journey to Phronesis until Nov 9: books.manuscripts.com/product/the-...

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THE JOURNEY TO PHRONESIS
Build practical wisdom for a complex world. The Journey to Phronesis is a book about thinking: how we do it, where we fail (which is often), and how we can do it better. It is a field-tested operating...
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October 10, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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I recorded a 5-minute walkthrough of my upcoming book, The Journey to Phronesis — what it covers and why I’m writing it.

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October 7, 2025 at 1:30 PM
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I’ve been writing a book about thinking more clearly using Systems Thinking and Stoicism. It’s called The Journey to Phronesis.

I’m thrilled to share that preorders are now officially open. You can learn more and preorder here: books.manuscripts.com/product/the-...

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THE JOURNEY TO PHRONESIS
Build practical wisdom for a complex world. The Journey to Phronesis is a book about thinking: how we do it, where we fail (which is often), and how we can do it better. It is a field-tested operating...
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October 6, 2025 at 1:32 PM
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Tomorrow morning, I open preorders for The Journey to Phronesis. I’ve been hard at work on this project for the better part of a year. It feels surreal to finally be at a point where I can share my progress publicly.

Thank you for all your support — I'm excited for what’s to come.

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October 5, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Crystallized intelligence is cheap. Fluid intelligence is your edge: reasoning through novel problems.

My upcoming book -- The Journey to Phronesis -- trains that muscle via systems thinking.

Preorders open on Monday. Subscribe for more!

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The Journey to Phronesis
I’m excited to share that I’ve finished the manuscript of my first book.
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October 2, 2025 at 12:53 PM
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The "Iceberg Model" I shared in my latest essay is the framework that helped me rebuild my life from the bottom up after a challenging 2022. It's at the heart of my book, The Journey to Phronesis.

Read it here: bit.ly/4nYQc80

Preorders open next Monday, October 6th! #booksky #nonfiction
The Path Forward
An introduction to the fundamentals of systems thinking. See how to map complexity, understand feedback loops, and find leverage to solve life's persistent problems.
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October 1, 2025 at 1:12 PM
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The countdown is officially on. Preorders for my first book — The Journey to Phronesis — go live next Monday, October 6th.

For the latest updates, subscribe to my Substack: www.lukich.io/subscribe

Thank you all for being on this journey with me.

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Subscribe to Complexity Simplified
A collection of my thoughts, ideas, and essays about philosophy, personal growth, business, technology, strategy, data, and more. Click to read Complexity Simplified, by Michael Lukich, a Substack pub...
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September 30, 2025 at 6:42 PM
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Feeling overwhelmed by our "thinking crisis"? My solution is a conscious choice to see the world differently.

In my new post, "The Path Forward," I intro the fundamentals of systems thinking and share an excerpt from my upcoming book, which explores the Iceberg Model.

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The Path Forward
An introduction to the fundamentals of systems thinking. See how to map complexity, understand feedback loops, and find leverage to solve life's persistent problems.
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September 29, 2025 at 1:43 PM
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I'm down to 10 days left before preorders open for my first book, The Journey to Phronesis!

This week, I wrote about the core problem I'm trying to explore: the thinking crisis we're facing.

Check it out -- and subscribe to my Substack for upcoming book news!

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Our Thinking Crisis
The Widening Gap Between a Complex World and Our Ability to Handle It. This post explores the causes of our Thinking Gap and introduces systems thinking as a practical framework for reclaiming this un...
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September 26, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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Our world is becoming more complex, yet our ability to think through that complexity is declining.

I call this the "Thinking Gap" and believe it's a defining issue of our time. My new post examines the evidence and causes, and why skills like systems thinking are a way out. bit.ly/46xf4fY

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Our Thinking Crisis
The Widening Gap Between a Complex World and Our Ability to Handle It. This post explores the causes of our Thinking Gap and introduces systems thinking as a practical framework for reclaiming this un...
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September 22, 2025 at 2:21 PM
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One of my favorite aspects of writing a book has been taking a complex idea and exploring its connections across so many different worlds.

I finished a draft manuscript (ToC image attached) for my first book, The Journey to Phronesis, and wrote about it on my Substack: bit.ly/47E1Tfk

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Table of Contents - v1 - The Journey to Phronesis
September 18, 2025 at 12:34 PM
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Our ability to think is what makes us human. And yet, we're getting worse at it.

My upcoming debut book, The Journey to Phronesis, is a practical guide to push back, blending systems thinking with Stoicism.

I just published a guided tour of the book's structure.

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The Journey to Phronesis: A Look Inside
A guided tour of the structure, philosophy, and purpose of my upcoming book -- The Journey to Phronesis: The Art of Thinking in Systems and Living with Purpose.
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September 15, 2025 at 5:38 PM
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I don't post much on social media, but wanted to share something I'm massively proud of -- I wrote a book! Well, not yet, I guess. But I did finish a 75,000-word draft, and I'm pretty psyched about it. I wrote about it on my Substack and will share more in the weeks to come: bit.ly/45GyXkg

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Thinking About Thinking: Life Updates and a Look at my Next Chapter
An update on my recent absence, new job, and my exciting book announcement. Get a sneak peek of the introduction and find out how you can become a beta reader.
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August 16, 2025 at 3:36 AM
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For fellow writers & thinkers managing notes: I shared some of my recent ideas for better organization and turning insights into output.

You can find the deep dive along with screenshots from my Notion setup here: www.lukich.io/p/202504-des...

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Designing My Digital Knowledge Hub
Manage knowledge better with the CODER framework for knowledge management. A guide to organize info, boost productivity, and develop a 2nd Brain in Notion.
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April 25, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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This Teddy Roosevelt quote hits hard.

But for me, so many of his quotes do.
March 27, 2025 at 10:46 PM
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Staying on top of life is hard — especially in today’s world with constant demands on our time from all angles. I wrote an essay about the system I use to consistently churn out quality, productive work while maintaining a work-life balance.

#productivity

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Priority Stacks
Priority Stacks help you reclaim your attention, boost productivity, minimize anxiety, and achieve a more meaningful, focused life.
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March 13, 2025 at 6:41 PM
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I published a new essay on my Substack.

I begin with Irene Vallejo's wonderful book Papyrus and the Great Library. I then connect the journey of human knowledge through history to today.

I enjoyed writing this piece so much. Really proud of this one.

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From Scrolls to Systems: The Journey of Human Knowledge
The connection between ancient libraries and digital second brains - explored through the lens of Irene Vallejo's captivating book, Papyrus.
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February 27, 2025 at 2:40 PM
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It's hard to show up every day and do the right thing.

If it were easy, everyone would be doing it.
February 15, 2025 at 10:22 PM
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Civ 7 just came out, and I've spent the past week testing game mechanics. When I think of Civ, I think of snowballing -- also known as exponential growth.

We humans are terrible at understanding this concept.

I wrote about it in my latest Substack essay: www.lukich.io/p/202502-the...
The Snowball Effect: Exploring Exponential Growth
How recognizing rapid growth patterns can transform decision-making and strategy
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February 14, 2025 at 4:44 PM
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Ever dream of keeping a notebook like history’s greatest minds—Marcus Aurelius, Leonardo, Emerson?

A #commonplace book is your personal treasure chest of insights.

Discover how to start, stay organized, and spark big ideas!

Dive in with my new Substack post: bit.ly/4gqfuHM

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Transform Your Thinking with a Commonplace Book
Capture, Organize, and Revisit the Ideas That Matter Most to You
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January 30, 2025 at 5:57 PM
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Last summer, I read Endurance. I couldn't put it down.

It's about Ernest Shackleton and his 28-man crew — trapped in Antarctic ice for 15 months while trying to traverse Antarctica…and everyone survived!

It’s a powerful tale of resilience, leadership, and brotherhood. Incredible read.

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Endurance by Alfred Lansing
January 24, 2025 at 12:32 AM
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I started “The Small and the Mighty” by Sharon McMahon yesterday.

I’m loving this book so far. McMahon does a wonderful job telling the stories of remarkable people who shaped history that you probably have never heard of.

Highly recommend!

#booksky
January 22, 2025 at 6:29 PM