Hey everyone I’m Paul, and I’m excited to be joining you here at Read2Rise. As Christopher said in his video I’m stepping in to help lead the book club and newsletter, and I wanted to properly introduce myself. A little about me; By day, I head up Learning & Development for a heritage organisation in the UK, supporting over a thousand colleagues across three estates. I’ve spent the last 20+ years working in leadership development, coaching, training, and creating learning programmes. I also do a little guest lecturing at my local University. Learning is my passion. Not just the formal stuff, but the kind that happens when we reflect, ask better questions, and try things out in the real world. That’s why I love what this club is all about. Books. Action. Growth. Not just reading to say we’ve read something, but reading to become better versions of ourselves, more focused, thoughtful, courageous. Over the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing a bit more about what’s coming including some new tools, prompts, and discussions to help you turn insights into action. But first, I’d love to get to know you. (And if you ever want to chat, share ideas, or ask questions, my DMs are always open.) I'm also going to be curating the Read2Rise newsletter so if you haven't subscribed already you can do so here. What am I reading right now? 📚 One of my recent favourites is Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg - packed with practical insights on how to have better conversations and genuinely connect. 💬 What’s a book that’s genuinely changed how you think, work, or live? Drop it below. I'm always on the lookout for new titles and fresh perspectives. Looking forward to learning alongside you. Paul

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Hi there folks, It’s been a bit quiet in the club lately, so I thought we’d take the hint… and hit reset. Literally. 📚 Book of the Month: Reset: How to Change What’s Not Working by Dan Heath* June can be a reflective month halfway through the year, a natural point to pause and shift gears. This book is all about finding small, smart changes that unlock better outcomes. It’s practical, relatable, and full of great stories from drive-thru redesigns to overhauling unhelpful habits. Perfect for anyone who’s feeling stuck, or just ready for something new. What to expect this month: - Weekly questions to spark thinking and conversation (starting this week) - Bonus tools and resources you can use beyond the book like self-coaching prompts and a recap guide - A new direction for the club more than just book chat, we’re building a space for learning, growth, and real conversations This week’s question to get us started: 👉 What’s one small thing in your life or work you know needs to change but you’ve been putting it off? Feel free to answer in the group or just reflect privately. I’ll be sharing mine too. Thanks for being here even if you’ve been quiet for a while. You’re always welcome to pick things back up at your own pace. See you in the group, Paul *(affiliate link)