No.

Read. Gather. Lead. is a peer advisory experience. not just a casual book discussion group. We all benefit when everyone contributes to the conversation.

Business books give us shared language, but the real value comes from:

• Thoughtful peer conversation
  

• Multiple perspectives on real decisions
  

• Principles and practices you can apply to your business
  

This membership empowers you to apply concepts from these books to your business, in collaboration with other value-driven leaders.

No.

You’ll never be expected to read an entire book each month. We focus on:

• Selected chapters
  

• Key concepts
  

• A specific framework
  

You’re also welcome to listen to the audiobook instead of reading. The goal is to cover the shared material in whatever format is most comfortable for you.

Each gathering includes:

• A short, guided framework from a business book
  

• Peer advisory discussion (members offer perspective and thoughtful questions)
  

• Space to reflect, process, and decide
  

• One clear next step before we meet again
  

This is a facilitated, respectful conversation.

To protect the integrity and continuity of the group, membership includes a clear agreement:

• One-year commitment
  

• Attend at least 9 of the 12 monthly meetings. 

Consistency matters in peer advisory spaces. Trust and shared wisdom grow over time and your presence contributes to the whole. Of course, life changes occur. If you become aware that you will be unable to attend at least nine of the meetings during the year, please reach out to Laura to make accommodations.

The Read. Gather. Lead. membership is built on trust, respect, and thoughtful conversation. Members often share real experiences, challenges, and decisions in a setting that invites openness.

Requiring a background check is one way we steward that trust.

This practice helps us

• Protect the safety and dignity of the community
  

• Create a space where members can participate openly and confidently
  

• Uphold our commitment to integrity, care, and wise leadership
  

We believe strong communities are built not only on openness, but also on wisdom. This is one of the ways we honor both.

This experience is designed for:

• Small-business owners
  

• Solo entrepreneurs or owners with small teams
  

• Thoughtful leaders who value integrity and clarity
  

• People seeking perspective, not hustle culture
  

If you’re actively leading and making real decisions, you’ll feel at home here.

This may not be a good fit if you:

• Want quick hacks or tactics only
  

• Prefer being told exactly what to do
  

• Aren’t open to discussion and reflection
  

• Are unwilling to engage respectfully with peers
  

This space requires presence, curiosity, and care.

No.

While the space is facilitated by a certified coach, Read. Gather. Lead. is not 1:1 coaching or consulting.

It’s a peer advisory environment where insight comes from:

• Shared experience
  

• Guided discussion
  

• Collective wisdom

If you are interested in 1:1 coaching please visit www.SunstoneDebtSolutions.com

Most members are:

• Past the startup phase
  

• Generating revenue
  

• Making ongoing decisions about growth, focus, and sustainability
  

If you’re leading a business and carrying responsibility, you’ll benefit.

Recordings of the book discussion will be available to all members. To respect the privacy and proprietary information of all of the business leaders, all recordings will stop once the book discussion is complete.

Live attendance is strongly encouraged, as the greatest value comes from being part of the conversation, not watching from the sidelines.

Yes!

All members will have access to a private Slack Workspace with multiple discussion channels.