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Readings
Inspiration, quick learning, or deep dives into what matters, change leadership topics that guide the why, what and how.


How we are using generative AI at Maypop Grove
Like everyone, we are working through how generative AI can help. It hasn’t been about making the tools work the way we want to, it’s been about balancing the use of tools with maintaining vigilant ownership over what the tools help us produce.
2 days ago3 min read


LF25 Part 3 of 3 - The Garden and the Gourd: Biophilic Wisdom in the Midst of Leadership Frustration
JD-Lan Su Yuan in Portland From the Conference Room to the Garden Gate I left Living Future 25 with a head full of systems, urgency, and...
4 days ago5 min read


LF25 Part 2 of 3 - Why Are We Still Having This Conversation?
Still trying to “make the case” for sustainability? Maybe it’s not a messaging problem—it’s a resistance system. A sharp, honest look at why good leaders keep repeating themselves and how to move forward with clarity.
4 days ago4 min read


LF25 Part 1 of 3 - Sustainability Is Simple: Reframing Legacy and Longevity
Sustainability isn’t complex—it’s legacy + longevity. Can you be proud of it? Can you keep doing it? If not, it’s not sustainable. A candid take for senior leaders ready to lead with courage, not jargon.
4 days ago6 min read


Check, Apply, and Lead: A Practical Framework for Lifelong Learning in Leadership
In the fast-paced world of leadership, lifelong learning is essential. But with a constant stream of information, it’s easy to feel...
Oct 14, 20244 min read


The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: Breaking Down the Barriers to Success
Spot and tackle common issues using Patrick Lencioni’s Five Dysfunctions of a Team model, and turn dysfunctions into growth opportunities.
Jul 14, 20244 min read


Embracing a Hybrid Approach in Project Management: The Best of Agile, Waterfall, and Stage-Gate
A hybrid approach combines the flexibility of Agile with the structure of Waterfall and the control of Stage-Gate.
Apr 28, 20244 min read


How to Use the SIPOC Model to Clarify Project Processes
The SIPOC model helps teams define and improve processes with clarity.
Mar 24, 20242 min read


The 5 Rs of Consulting for Project Success: Respect, Rhythm, Risk, Results, and Resilience
Consulting requires more than expertise. Discover the 5 Rs—Respect, Rhythm, Risk, Results, and Resilience—for consulting success.
Mar 24, 20244 min read


The Pareto Principle: How the 80/20 Rule Can Help You Focus on What Matters Most
The Pareto Principle is a powerful tool you can apply to your projects to get the biggest results from the smallest efforts.
Jan 14, 20243 min read
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