The Book

Ancient Game.
Modern Leadership.

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What if one of the world's oldest games held some of leadership's most enduring lessons?

Mahjong rewards preparation, observation, adaptability, emotional discipline, sound judgment, and human connection.

So does leadership.

In Ancient Game. Modern Leadership., Maureen Cahill reveals ten unexpected parallels between the Mahjong table and the leadership table—and translates each one into practical actions leaders can use immediately.

Inside Every Chapter

Each chapter combines

Whether you're a new manager or a seasoned executive, this book offers a simpler, more practical way to lead.

The AGML Framework

Ten parallels. Four phases.

The AGML Framework: ten leadership parallels across four phases — Set the Table, Read the Room, Play Your Hand, Elevate the Game

A Closer Look

Sample Parallel Chapter

Step inside a full chapter—combining a leadership reality, a story from the Mahjong table, an executive case study, leadership perspectives, reflection questions, and practical actions you can put to work immediately.

Sample chapter layout — coming soon

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Reader Resources

Bring the lessons to life.

The reader resource library holds all ten leadership frameworks, the exclusive bonus chapter, and the practical “Put It into Play” worksheets — free with the book.