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Book Club – Bringing Scientific Thinking To Life – weekly, Nov 15-Dec 13

We’ll be reading Bringing Scientific Thinking To Life: An introduction to Toyota Kata for next-generation business leaders (and those who would like to be) by Sylvain Landry. This is a fun, casual way to read and discuss a thought-provoking book and participate in some great conversations along the way.  Purchase the book and join us. Jennifer will send you the official reading schedule after you register. We’ll be reading 23-31 pages per week.

Bringing Scientific Thinking to Life offers a powerful framework for organizations and individuals looking to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. Landry delves into the Toyota Kata methodology, showcasing how scientific thinking can be applied to tackle everyday business challenges and transform problem-solving capabilities. Through real-world examples, practical tools, and insightful guidance, the book teaches readers how to approach their goals with curiosity, experimentation, and structured learning—ultimately driving greater success and adaptability in an ever-changing environment.

This book is a must-read for leaders, managers, and anyone looking to enhance their problem-solving skills and foster a more dynamic workplace culture. Readers will walk away with actionable strategies to implement continuous improvement processes that are sustainable and scalable. Whether you’re new to the concept of scientific thinking or a seasoned practitioner, Landry’s engaging writing and practical insights provide valuable lessons to drive personal and organizational growth.

“As a leader of an organization, the challenge of improving is hard to sustain. This MUST-read book highlights how top organizations fuel their journey, and even enjoy the trip, by managers shepherding practice of scientific thinking in their teams.”
– Dan Bergeron, President & CEO of SigmaPoint Technologies

Dates: four Fridays, Nov 15th – Dec 13th (skipping Thanksgiving week)

Time: 11:30am – 12:15pm (Pacific)

Cost: just purchase the book and join us

Registration link

Reading Schedule:

Session 1 – pp 7-36
Session 2 – pp 37-72
Session 3 – pp 73-97
Session 4 – pp 101-136