How to Not Know with Simone Stolzoff
At Responsive Conference 2025, Simone Stolzoff explored a challenge we all face but rarely master: uncertainty.
We often tie our identities to our work and seek out certainty in our choices, believing it will lead to predictable, stable outcomes. But life rarely follows a script. Drawing from his bestselling book The Good Enough Job and insights from his upcoming work on uncertainty (set to publish in 2026), Simone unpacks why ambiguity feels so uncomfortable and how we can build resilience in the face of the unknown.
The real challenge, he argues, isn’t just finding the right answers, but learning how to keep moving forward without them. Simone offers a fresh lens on how to navigate change with curiosity and courage. Whether you're in the middle of a transition or simply feeling unsure about what's next, this session invites you to rethink your relationship with control – and find meaning even when the future is uncertain.
Simonne Stolzoff
Author, Good Enough Job
TED Speaker
Simone Stolzoff is an independent author, journalist, teacher, and speaker dedicated to reshaping how we think about work. As a former design lead at the global innovation firm IDEO, Simone's work has been featured in publications like The New York Times, The Atlantic, and National Geographic, covering the intersection of work, culture, and identity.
His first book, The Good Enough Job: Reclaiming Life from Work, questions the idea that our jobs should define us. The book became the top-selling work-life balance book of the year and has been translated into over a dozen languages. Simone has worked with companies like Google, Airbnb, and IDEO to help them prevent burnout and promote healthy work habits. He teaches a course called "Designing Your Next Career Step," which has helped many professionals find more purpose and direction in their careers.