Books Read
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Welcome to the PMI-OC Book Club! On this page, you will find a wealth of information. First, you will find takeaways (provided by Book Club participants) from books that the Book Club has already read and discussed. Second, you will find rankings of those books. Books are ranked from "1" to "5" where "1" is the worst and "5" is the best. For each book, the initial ranking is a survey of initial thoughts about the book. The final ranking is a post-discussion ranking to discern opinions after discussion in case the opinions have changed. Finally, you will find information for the book to read for the next Book Club meeting.
Books Read
Book Information and Takeaways | Initial Rank | Final Rank |
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"Dare to Lead" by Brene Brown
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4.45 | 4.32 |
"The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" by Patrick Lencioni
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4.63 | 4.71 |
"Emotional Intelligence" by Daniel Goleman
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3.8 | 4 |
"Atomic Habits" by James Clear
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3.83 | 3.18 |
"The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace" by Gary Chapman and Paul White
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3.2 | 3.2 |
"Accidental Agile Project Manager" by Ray Frohnhoefer
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4.2 | 4.7 |
"The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey
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4.5 | 4.82 |
"The Jelly Effect" by Andy Bounds
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4 | 4.5 |
"How to Measure Anything" (Chapters 1 -7) by Douglas W. Hubbard
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4.2 | 4.5 |
"How to Measure Anything" (Chapters 8 - 14) by Douglas W. Hubbard
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3.25 | 3.4 |
"Business Acumen For Project Managers" by Steven Haines
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3.7 | 4 |
"The 360 Degree Leader" by John C. Maxwell
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4.14 | 4.87 |
Current Book to Read:
"Leaders Eat Last" by Simon Sinek
Synopsis from Amazon
Imagine a world where almost everyone wakes up inspired to go to work, feels trusted and valued during the day, then returns home feeling fulfilled. This is not a crazy, idealized notion. Today, in many successful organizations, great leaders create environments in which people naturally work together to do remarkable things.
In his work with organizations around the world, Simon Sinek noticed that some teams trust each other so deeply that they would literally put their lives on the line for each other. Other teams, no matter what incentives are offered, are doomed to infighting, fragmentation and failure. Why?
Too many workplaces are driven by cynicism, paranoia, and self-interest. But the best ones foster trust and cooperation because their leaders build what Sinek calls a "Circle of Safety" that separates the security inside the team from the challenges outside.
Sinek illustrates his ideas with fascinating true stories that range from the military to big business, from government to investment banking.
Reviews
"This book is truly amazing. Within the pages you will learn the importance of establishing REAL long lasting relationships with those in your life as opposed to digital ones. These relationships are not just limited to the ones you love: your friends, family and so on, but also the relationships we have with our coworkers, and others around us. Simon has packed this book with practical examples of changes we can make to improve those relationships, the dangers of unchecked social media use and backs it all up with study after study. Whether or not you aspire to own a business or become a CEO, we can all learn a lot from this book and its teachings could literally make this world a better place if we could all start making small changes for the good of us all rather than what’s good for us. Learn about the “Circle Of Safety” and how it was not only relevant to humans and animals thousands of years ago but also, perhaps even more relevant today and in the future."
""Leaders Eat Last" by Simon Sinek explores the concept of leadership and its impact on the success of organizations. The main message of the book is that the best leaders prioritize the well-being and safety of their employees, creating a sense of trust and community that ultimately leads to better performance and long-term success. Sinek emphasizes the importance of creating a "circle of safety" in the workplace, where employees feel valued, supported, and connected to one another. The book delves into the biology behind human behavior, explaining how the hormone oxytocin plays a role in building trust and fostering cooperation. Sinek argues that leaders who prioritize the well-being of their employees can create an environment that stimulates the production of oxytocin, leading to a culture of trust and cooperation. The book also references the concept of servant leadership, highlighting the importance of protecting and showing empathy for others rather than simply exerting authority based on social status. Overall, "Leaders Eat Last" provides insights into what makes leaders worth following and how they can create environments that foster trust, cooperation, and peak performance. In summary, "Leaders Eat Last" by Simon Sinek focuses on the significance of prioritizing the well-being of employees, creating a culture of trust and cooperation, and the biological and historical aspects of effective leadership."