In writing the Path of Transformation we are applying the concepts of Pattern Language.
The concept of Pattern Languages were first developed by an architect and urban designer, Chris Alexander 
. He sought to define a set of universal architectural elements that create living spaces that have meaning - spaces that speak to our deeper yearnings to belong and to create.
For this effort, we are going to use a simple paradigm of language, one in which the framework of language is essentially comprised of syntax, nouns, and verbs. While syntax varies for each language, it represents the core structure in which we understand meaning from the relationship of nouns and verbs.
In this writing process, we are starting by defining the Concepts that help shape meaning in the process of transformation. These can be seen, in a sense, as the syntax for this language.
From there, we will be developing the Patterns, starting with nouns and then the verbs. In organizational change, the nouns are typically the roles that people play in this process. These are roles such as an Evangelist and Innovators.
From there we will move on to the verbs. These are the actions that each of the roles can take in this process of transformation.
This process of language development is organic and will have a life of its own. This premise was embraced by early developers of pattern languages for software development. While pattern languages has transformed how software was developed, it started simply using five patterns .
We all use language differently, but when our words become imbued with deeper, more complex meaning, the power of our language increases. Our language becomes poetry.
A poetry that is authentic to our personal story but contains meaning well beyond us.