Queens of Mahjong

The leader is often the person who notices the empty chair.

For teachers, organizers, and generous regulars building an American Mah Jongg group people want to return to.

Start with the table
Welcomethe new personSharethe small jobsTeachone useful thingStep backbefore you need to

Leadership lives in ordinary, visible choices.

You might write the first invitation, show a newcomer where to sit, or hand the clipboard to someone else. This publication is a field guide for those moments.

Lead a tableWelcomes, roles, handoffs, and a group that does not depend on one person.Teach wellLessons that make a learner feel capable before she knows everything.OrganizeEvents, clubs, and shared work that fits around real life.

FROM THE FIELD

Put a second name beside every task.

A durable group does not depend on one heroic person remembering the card, snacks, calendar, and late cancellations.

Read the guide →
  1. Calendar
  2. New-player welcome
  3. Table setup
  4. Follow-up

You are allowed to put a task down.

When every question reaches your chair, share one role before the next game.

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