Hi, Joshua - great post and some evocative imagery:)

I enjoyed both the description of the Slinky analogy and the leadership phases.

You make a very interesting point, which I must remember, about how using toys, especially ones from a person's childhood, can increase engagement and enjoyment of learning experiences.   I have often used colored markers and poster paper for much the same reasons ... adults love to color:)

With regard to the leadership phases, I was struck by the juxtapositioning of numbers four and five.   Too often, folks plow ahead on their planned change "with courage and tenacity", but come up short on being able to "adjust course ...".

Flexibility and the willingness to adjust one's plans or direction are essential, in my opinion.

Thanks for an interesting and useful post.

John