A Peer-Led Community
Read with more intention. Reflect with more depth. Learn alongside thoughtful peers.
The Reflective Reading Circle is a small, peer-led reading and discussion community for coaches and people interested in culture, leadership, psychology, communication and human development.
Many of us already read books that shape the way we think, work, coach and lead. This is about making more of that reading by creating space to reflect, discuss and apply what we are learning with other like-minded people.
I am currently gathering expressions of interest for the first small group of up to 12 people.
Why This Exists
Many of us enjoy reading. We buy the books, save the recommendations, underline useful passages and tell ourselves we will come back to the ideas properly.
But often, life and work move quickly.
We finish a book and think, “That was interesting,” but we do not always take the time to sit with what we have learned, question it, apply it, or hear how others have interpreted the same ideas.
“The books are the starting point. The real value is in the reflection.”
The Reflective Reading Circle is a simple attempt to change that. This is not about adding more work to already full lives. It is about making better use of something many of us are already doing: reading, learning and trying to grow.
The aim is to create a small, thoughtful space where we can read with intention, reflect with others, and explore how good ideas might influence the way we coach, lead, listen, communicate and support change.
What the Reflective Reading Circle is
What it is
The Reflective Reading Circle is a small peer learning space built around books and ideas. Each month, members will read an agreed book, or a section of a book, and then meet in a small group to discuss what stood out, what challenged them, and what they might apply in practice.
The focus will be on books connected to themes such as:
The books provide the shared stimulus. The real value comes from the conversation, reflection and practical application.
What it is not
It is a light but meaningful space for people who value thoughtful reading, generous conversation and reflective practice.
How the group is likely to work
The exact rhythm will be shaped once the first group forms, but the likely format is:
01
Monthly small-group discussion
Each group will meet once a month, probably for around 60–90 minutes.
02
One shared book
The group will agree a book, or a section of a book, to read before each session.
03
Simple reflection prompts
Before each meeting, members will receive a few prompts to help them think about what stood out, what challenged them, and what they may want to apply.
04
Practical discussion
The focus will not be on reviewing every chapter in detail. The focus will be on what the ideas mean for us, our work, our coaching, our leadership and our wider lives.
05
Light community connection
There may also be an online community space where members can share reflections, questions, book suggestions and session details in one place.
The kind of questions we may explore
Each session will be built around simple reflective questions such as:
The aim is not to arrive at the same conclusions. It is to hear different perspectives and use those perspectives to deepen our own thinking.
Why Groups Will Be Limited To 12 People
That is intentional.
Small groups create better conversations. They give people enough space to contribute properly, build trust over time, and move beyond surface-level discussion.
If there is more interest, the plan is not to keep expanding one large group. Instead, additional groups may be created, each with its own small-group rhythm.
If several groups develop, all groups are likely to read the same book at the same time. That way, the wider community shares a common learning thread, and members can potentially move between groups in future without losing continuity.
Over time, there may also be an opportunity to remix groups annually, so members can benefit from different voices, perspectives and experiences.
Wider Community
A small group, with a wider sense of connection
If there is enough interest to create more than one group, there may also be opportunities for wider community connection across the year.
This could include occasional short networking and reflection calls, where people from different groups can meet, share what they are noticing, and hear how the same books are landing with others.
There may also be an annual whole-community session where members can reflect on the year as a whole:
- Which book had the greatest impact?
- Which idea changed the way we work or coach?
- What did we actually apply?
- What are we seeing differently now?
- What themes should we explore next?
The intention is to keep the monthly groups small and meaningful, while also creating a wider network of thoughtful coaching peers.
Monthly Small Groups
Intimate 12-person reading and reflection cohorts.
Wider Community
Occasional cross-group synthesis and networking calls.
Annual Gathering
A whole-community session to reflect on the year as a whole.
Who this may be for
This may be a good fit if you:
- Enjoy reading but would like more structure and accountability
- Want to reflect more deeply on what you read
- Are interested in coaching, leadership, culture, psychology or human behaviour
- Value thoughtful conversation over surface-level networking
- Enjoy hearing how other people interpret and apply ideas
- Are willing to contribute, listen and learn with others
- Want to connect with peers in a calm, generous and reflective space
You do not need to be the fastest reader, the most experienced coach, or the most academic person in the room.
Curiosity matters more than expertise.
What would be expected
The group will work best if members are willing to:
Read
Make time to read the agreed book or section as far as possible.
Reflect
Come prepared with a few thoughts, questions or observations.
Contribute
Join the conversation honestly and generously, while making space for others.
Apply
Consider what one idea might mean in practice, rather than leaving the conversation at the level of theory.
This is not about perfection. It is about intention.
Curation & Logistics
How books may be chosen
The first book will be agreed once the initial group has formed. After that, books may be chosen from a short curated list, with members able to suggest themes or titles.
If several groups are running at the same time, the likely approach will be for all groups to read the same book during the same period. This keeps the wider community connected and makes it easier to rotate or remix groups in future.
Rather than choosing a new book at the last minute each month, the group may agree books in small cycles, perhaps three months at a time. This should give people enough notice while keeping the process simple.
Register your interest
I am currently gathering expressions of interest to understand whether there is enough appetite to form the first Reflective Reading Circle group.
The first group will be limited to up to 12 people. If there is more interest, additional groups may be created as suitable facilitators and timings become available.
At this stage, registering your interest simply means you would like to hear more as the idea develops.
The Journey
What happens next?
A simple idea with meaningful potential
At its heart, this is a simple idea.
Read something worthwhile.
Take time to think about it.
Discuss it with thoughtful people.
Notice what changes.
If that sounds like something you would value, I would love to hear from you.
Common Questions
Is this a paid group?
At this stage, I am gathering expressions of interest and shaping the idea. There is no fee to register your interest or join the group.
Do I need to be a qualified coach?
Not necessarily. The group is likely to be most relevant to coaches and people interested in coaching, culture, leadership and human development. The most important qualities are curiosity, reflection and willingness to contribute thoughtfully.
How much time will it take?
The likely commitment is one monthly session of around 60–90 minutes, plus time to read the agreed book or section. The aim is to make better use of reading many of us already want to do, not to create unnecessary extra work.
What happens if more than 12 people are interested?
The first group will be limited to up to 12 people so the conversation can stay personal and useful. If there is more interest, additional groups may be created.
Will every group read the same book?
If multiple groups are created, the likely approach is for each group to read the same book during the same period. This keeps a shared learning thread across the wider community.
Will there be opportunities to meet people from other groups?
Possibly. If several groups form, there may be occasional wider reflection or networking calls, and potentially an annual whole-community session.
Do I have to attend every month?
Regular attendance will help the group build trust and continuity, but this is intended to be realistic and human. The group will work best when members make a genuine effort to attend and contribute consistently.
Still wondering?
If you have a question that is not covered here, please register your interest anyway and add a note to your form. I will be happy to clarify.
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