Development Roadmap¶

Strategic development phases for The Practice Circle framework, from initial blueprint to network expansion.

Overview¶

This roadmap outlines the systematic development of The Practice Circle from foundational framework to a sustainable network of interconnected practice communities. Each phase builds upon the previous, with clear milestones and measurable outcomes.

Core Principle: Each phase serves both the immediate participants and the long-term sustainability of the practice network.

Phase 1: Build the First Blueprint¶

Status: COMPLETED
Duration: Initial foundation phase
Goal: Establish the foundational framework and content infrastructure

Completed Milestones¶

[x] Landing Page¶

Main website established at thepracticecircle.org
Core messaging and value proposition defined
Clear entry points for different types of visitors

[x] GitHub Framework Repository¶

Open-source repository structure established
Documentation framework in place
Version control for collaborative development

[x] Core Content Development¶

Standing Practice — Complete 6-part practice series with philosophical foundations
Research Section — Literature review, comparative analysis, and methodological framework
Getting Started Guide — Clear onboarding path for new practitioners
Outreach Strategy — Multi-channel visibility approach

[x] Content Distribution Channels¶

Substack Integration — Weekly reflections and process documentation
YouTube Channel — Audio documentation and practice summaries

Phase 1 Outcomes¶

[x] Complete documentation framework
[x] Multi-channel content distribution system
[x] Open-source collaborative infrastructure
[x] Clear practice methodology and philosophical foundation

Phase 2: Find the First Participants¶

Status: IN PROGRESS
Duration: 3-6 months
Goal: Test framework with trusted participants and refine based on real-world application

Current Milestones¶

Participant Outreach¶

[ ] Trusted Network Feedback
Contact people with established trust and credibility
Gather feedback on framework clarity and accessibility
Test practice methodology with experienced practitioners
Refine documentation based on initial feedback
[ ] Interest-Based Outreach
Identify practitioners who align with the approach
Reach out to meditation, mindfulness, and contemplative practice communities
Connect with organizational development and community-building practitioners
Document responses and interest patterns

Community Testing¶

[ ] First Meetup Implementation
[x] Invitation system established
[ ] First meeting execution — Test the introduction meeting format
[ ] Feedback collection — Document participant experience and suggestions
[ ] Format refinement — Adjust based on real-world testing

Phase 2 Success Metrics¶

[ ] 5-10 active feedback participants from trusted network
[ ] 3-5 successful introduction meetings completed
[ ] Framework refinements documented and implemented
[ ] Clear feedback loop established between participants and documentation

Phase 2 Deliverables¶

[ ] Refined Practice Framework — Updated based on participant feedback
[ ] Introduction Meeting Protocol — Tested and documented format
[ ] Participant Onboarding Process — Streamlined path from interest to practice
[ ] Feedback Integration System — Process for incorporating participant insights

Phase 3: First Formal Circle Formation¶

Status: PLANNED
Duration: 6-12 months after Phase 2 completion
Goal: Establish the first formal Practice Circle and implement collaborative governance

Planned Milestones¶

Formal Circle Establishment¶

[ ] Commitment Meeting
First formal circle formation meeting
Establish core group of committed practitioners
Define circle-specific protocols and agreements
Set regular meeting schedule and practice commitments
[ ] Found Charity
Bank account
Legal entity established

Framework Standardization¶

[ ] Pull Request Workflow Implementation
Establish collaborative editing process for framework documentation
Create review process for framework changes
Implement version control for practice protocols
Document contribution guidelines

Governance Structure¶

[ ] Circle Roles Definition
Facilitator rotation and training
Scribe responsibilities and documentation standards
Treasurer role and financial management protocols
Conflict resolution procedures

Phase 3 Success Metrics¶

[ ] 5-8 committed circle members with regular attendance
[ ] Established meeting rhythm (weekly/bi-weekly practice sessions)
[ ] Functional pull request workflow for framework updates
[ ] Clear governance structure with rotating roles
[ ] First circle successfully self-managing without external facilitation

Phase 3 Deliverables¶

[ ] Formal Circle Protocol — Tested and documented governance structure
[ ] Collaborative Framework — Open-source development process
[ ] Role Training Materials — Guides for facilitator, scribe, and treasurer roles
[ ] Circle Replication Guide — Documentation for forming additional circles

Success Criteria Across All Phases¶

Quantitative Metrics¶

Phase 1: [x] Complete documentation framework
Phase 2: 10+ active participants in feedback/testing process
Phase 3: 1 fully functional, self-sustaining Practice Circle

Qualitative Outcomes¶

Framework Clarity: Practice methodology is clear and accessible to newcomers
Community Engagement: Participants feel ownership and investment in the process
Sustainability: Circle can operate independently without external support
Replicability: Process can be easily adapted for new circles

Long-term Vision Alignment¶

Each phase contributes to the broader vision of: - Interconnected Practice Communities — Multiple circles sharing resources and learning - Sustainable Practice Network — Self-organizing, self-funding, self-governing - Open-Source Framework — Continuously evolving through community contribution - Presence-Based Growth — Expansion through practice quality, not marketing