Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
✍️ About Ed’s Books
Q: What kind of books do you write?
I write in two worlds: business books that help leaders lead with more impact, and sci-fi thrillers with mind-bending virtual reality, dark humor, and ethical messes. Both are fueled by my obsession with clarity, systems, and what happens when we miss the real problem.
Q: Do I need a business background to read Stop Jumping to Solutions?
Nope. It’s a leadership fable—story-driven and easy to follow. If you’ve ever worked on a team or led one (or just been frustrated by broken systems), it’s for you.
Q: Is Stop Jumping to Solutions a leadership fable or a traditional how-to guide?
It’s a leadership fable—meaning the core lessons are delivered through story, not slides. You’ll follow Mitchell, a leader under pressure, as he learns how to stop solving the wrong problems and adopt a more effective approach. The book weaves in frameworks like PDCA and concepts like reframing and hypothesis-building, but it does so through character dialogue and situational learning—not bulleted lists.
If you’re looking for a straightforward instructional manual, this might not be your style. But if you enjoy learning through story, or books like The Goal, Who Moved My Cheese?, or The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, you’ll likely find it both useful and relatable.
Q: Can I use Stop Jumping to Solutions in a workshop, team meeting, or leadership training?
Absolutely. The story is designed to spark discussion, challenge assumptions, and introduce practical tools that leaders can apply right away. In fact, many readers use it as a training companion—pausing to reflect on how characters like Mitchell or Becky handle problem-solving situations, and how those lessons translate into real-world leadership.
If you’re running a training or workshop, you can pair the book with your own materials—or reach out for custom discussion guides, slide decks, or companion tools based on the PDCA framework, hypothesis development, and root cause analysis.
Q: Is CyberPlay part of a series?
Right now it’s a standalone, but the world may expand—depending on how loud the voices in my head get.
Q: Are your books connected?
Not directly. But if you appreciate a bit of structure and a bit of chaos in your fiction, you’ll spot the overlap.
📚 For Readers
Q: What book should I start with?
If you love thrillers and sci-fi, start with CyberPlay. If you’re a leader, manager, or just sick of “firefighting,” Stop Jumping to Solutions is your move.
Q: Where can I buy your books?
Right here on my site - check out the Amazon links in the “My Fiction” section.
Q: Do you offer bulk discounts for teams, events, or workshops?
Yes. Just contact me and let’s talk.
🧠 For Business & Consulting Folks
Q: Can I book you to speak or train my team?
Yes. I speak on topics like problem-solving, leadership blind spots, continuous improvement, and even how not to be “Mitchell.” Click here to contact me.
🍸 Just for Fun
Q: What’s with the cocktails?
I host a cocktail series on Instagram where I mix drinks, drop a little history, and try not to spill anything. It’s called Cocktails with the Colonel, and it’s as much therapy as it is a hobby. It’s been a while since I’ve posted an instructional video, but in all fairness I’ve spent a lot of time recently writing my stories.
Q: Are you really a Marine?
Yep. Retired officer. Still love structure, systems, and the occasional “Oh-rah.”
Q: Do you play golf well?
Absolutely not. But I play often.