From our experience, four or five participants is the "Goldilocks" number for discussion groups like ours - enough people to bring a real mix of experience and views, but not so many that it feels impersonal or leaves anyone out of the conversation.

We also think one of the most valuable parts of this program is the chance to expand your inner circle and build genuine connections with other like-minded women. For that reason, we aim to curate each cohort so that everyone in your group is new to you.

It’s a rare opportunity to take off the masks we tend to wear - the ‘always on and capable’ work persona or the ‘I’m fine! Everything’s fine!’ mask we wear to avoid acknowledging the weight of our mental load. The intention of this space is to give you permission to leave those at the door.

The cost includes 4 live facilitated online sessions, guided reflections and journaling prompts, a little surprise package of goodies, access to a private Whatsapp chat for group support and discussion, and a roomful of wisdom and experience - priceless!

We leave it to you to source the books in your preferred format (e-book, audiobook, hard copy, etc.).

A: Based on the Global Leadership Wellbeing Survey Framework, Meaning, Purpose and Direction is the second most important contributor to your wellbeing (the first is Authentic Relationships - we recommend you start with that one!).

In future programs we will cover the remaining 4 elements - Energy & Vitality, Resilience & Equanimity, Balance & Boundaries, and Intellectual Engagement & Flow.

Just two things -

1. buy the books on the book list. You can choose whatever format you prefer - hard copy, Kindle, Audio book, etc.

2. Complete an exercise that we will use in the first session to introduce ourselves. We will send you the details after you sign up.

You don’t need to have started reading before the first session - but feel free to dive in if you can’t wait!

You will receive some guidance with questions and prompts to help you absorb and reflect on the contents of each book, apply it to your current reality, and capture your thoughts and insights.

The live sessions will focus on sharing those insights with each other, exploring how themes are showing up in your life and leveraging the wisdom and experience of the group to overcome challenges and expand your thinking.

We know that anybody who joins The Reading Room will get along irrespective of age, as they tend to have a few fundamental things in common: a growth mindset, a desire to broaden their horizons, and an open and curious approach to learning about themselves and others.

That said, we'd like to create an environment inside your Reading Room where you (and the issues you face) feel seen, received and shared. It's my belief that similar ages tend to face similar issues, and due to this commonality the group will have a deeper level of connection and is likely then to have richer, more useful discussions.

Feel free to skip this question if you prefer!

We get it! We will be running this program two or three times per year, depending on demand, so please let us know if you are interested in joining a future program! We will make sure you are the first to know when we confirm dates.

These programs work best when we have 4-5 participants, so if unforeseen circumstances arise and you find you can’t attend, please let us know as early as possible so we can fill the place in the group.

If you cancel more than two weeks before the start date, we will offer you the choice of a full refund or a place in our next program.

If you cancel within two weeks of the start date, we will offer you the choice of a refund of 50% of your payment or a place in our next program.

Our Guarantee

We believe in the positive impact our programs have on participants and we want you to feel confident that you will have a great experience with us. If you attend the program and for any reason decide afterwards that it was not worth the investment you made, we will refund your payment.