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Big thanks to Beow’s Books & Brews!

I had the honor of hosting an author spotlight at Beow’s Books & Brews on May 5th—and it was a critical success!

Huge thanks to the amazing folks at Beow’s and everyone who came out to celebrate Critical Success in person.

I got to connect with readers who see their careers as campaigns—and it reminded me why I wrote this book in the first place.

To Beow’s: thank you for being such a welcoming, creative space for local authors. And to everyone who came out—your energy, support, and curiosity meant the world.

If you missed the event, you could still grab your copy of Critical Success and start your own adventure today.

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Every Project Is a Campaign. Are You the DM or Just a random encounter?

In D&D, the Dungeon Master designs the world. The players react to it.

At work, are you shaping the environment—or waiting for someone else to call the shots?

Critical Success is a guide to stepping into that DM mindset—whether you’re leading the whole project or just taking the next initiative.

Critical Success: Using RPG Tactics for Project Victory

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XP Isn’t Just for Characters — Its What Real-World Experience Actually Teaches You

In Critical Success, I talk about the real XP that leaders gain—not from fantasy quests, but from real-world messiness. Here’s what experience really teaches us:

Failure isn’t wasted—it’s feedback that sticks.
Tough projects teach more than perfect ones ever could.
You don’t level up without reflection.
Leading is less about answers and more about adapting.
Confidence is built, not born—and experience lays the bricks.

Critical Success: Using RPG Tactics for Project Victory

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What’s your team’s alignment?

Is your team more Lawful Good or Chaotic Creative?

🧭 In Critical Success, I use RPG alignment as a fun way to better understand your team’s vibe and how each person works best. Are they structured? Adaptable? Do they need clear goals or room to explore?

Knowing your team’s "alignment" helps you:
Communicate with less friction
Delegate with confidence
Build a party that actually enjoys the quest

✨ Just like in a great campaign, diversity of style and motivation is a strength—if you know how to play to it.

🧩 Want to explore this further? Grab your copy of Critical Success 
Critical Success: Using RPG Tactics for Project Victory

🗨️ What’s your personal work style—more tactical rogue or supportive cleric? I want to hear your class.

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You don’t have to face a dragon to feel overwhelmed by your quest

Some days, the dragons are deadlines or unread emails. 

In Critical Success, I wanted to explore how the tools we use in fantasy—initiative, party roles, even simple courage—can help us manage the very real stress of modern leadership.
Critical Success: Using RPG Tactics for Project Victory

Because in the real world, burnout is a boss character.

You’re not alone in the dungeon. And you’re not expected to lead without a rest phase.

This book is a reminder that even small wins matter—and that you’re doing better than you think.

Its available on Amazon for presale (eBook launches 4/29!) https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Eric-Guay...

What’s the toughest boss battle you’ve faced in leadership or life? I’d love to hear it.

What if managing your next project was as fun as your favorite RPG adventure?

Ever felt like managing a team is like navigating a dungeon? Pit traps, missteps, last-minute surprises…
• In Critical Success, I share how tactics from tabletop RPGs can help you lead with more creativity, confidence, and connection.
• Follow along as we tackle real-world challenges using tools from the gaming table. New insights every week.
• Grab your copy on Amazon, https://www.amazon.com/-/es/Eric-Guay...
• Your turn: Have you ever used your RPG instincts at work—maybe in team building, communication, or creative problem-solving? Drop your story in the comments—I’d love to hear it.
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Critical Success: Using RPG Tactics for Project Victory