TrueGrit Forecasting Workbook

New Book Release:

TrueGrit Forecasting

Authors Jeff 'SKI' Kinsey and Erik S.A. Doran Introduce a No-Nonsense Forecasting Framework Built on Proven Logic and Augmented Intelligence

[Columbus, OH] — [April 15, 2025] — In an era of economic turbulence, rapid innovation, and supply chain uncertainty, a new business forecasting guide has emerged with clarity, courage, and calculated grit. Co-authored by SKI and Erik S.A. Doran, TrueGrit Forecasting launches today as the modern-day companion to Don Ake’s influential work, Stand Your Ground Forecasting.

Rooted in timeless logic and built for today’s data-augmented decision-makers, TrueGrit Forecasting takes forecasters beyond models and metrics, straight into the heart of what matters most—thinking critically, challenging assumptions, and leading with confidence.

“Forecasting is not for the faint of heart. It requires grit, logic, and a deep understanding of cause and effect. That’s what this book delivers.” — SKI, Co-Author & Jonah3+3 Certified Logical Thinking Instructor and Author of Purple Curve Effect—SKI's Throughput on Command.

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What Makes TrueGrit Forecasting a Must-Have:

• Built on the Don Ake Foundation – Honors Stand Your Ground Forecasting while expanding into AI-assisted reasoning and collaborative scenario planning
• Infused with AI Insights – Leveraging GPT-based reasoning to introduce practical forecasting prompts, exercises, and analysis drills
• Designed for Logical Thinkers – Or those that want to be! Structured around the Thinking Processes used in Jonah3+3 Certification, making it a powerful companion for professionals seeking clarity and predictability
• Includes Hands-On Exercises – Delivered as a 16:9 landscape PDF, perfect primer for team workshops, boardroom presentations, or virtual collaboration
• Virtual-Ready & Strategy-Driven – Ideal for distributed teams, agile operations, and decision-makers managing through ambiguity
• Looks GREAT in Apple's iBook App

About the Authors:

SKI is a seasoned business strategist, Founder and Creative Director of RhinoIsland Media, and has been teaching the Jonah3+3 Logical Thinking Process since 2010. With a deep background in marketing, manufacturing, distribution, retail, and systems thinking, SKI brings structured insight to complex forecasting challenges.

Erik S.A. Doran, Erik is a former nursing student and electrical engineer turned entrepreneur and digital writer, on a mission to aid entrepreneurs in turning their ideas into compelling, outcome-driven content. With a background in both healthcare and engineering, he brings a rare mix of empathy, precision, and strategy to this project.

Includes a coupon for $10.00 OFF the print version when released mid-May 2025.

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