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Description of Topic/Presentation:

Back when we were young, we read all sorts of books for leisure, such as “Lord of the Rings”, “Harry Potter”, “A Wrinkle in Time”, etc. There was no requirement except that it was a good and entertaining read! However, things have changed now as adults – we also look for books that help us grow.  Especially, since we are also project managers (or aspiring project managers), we look for relevant books to help us become better project managers, better members of a team, and better leaders.  Let’s make the learning easier and have the material stick by taking part in the PMI-OC Book Club!

At this meeting, we will discuss the current book "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" by Stephen Covey.  We will explore the content and its themes and discuss possible actionable takeaways for our own projects.

“One of the most inspiring and impactful books ever written, “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” has captivated readers for nearly three decades. It has transformed the lives of presidents and CEOs, educators, and parents -- millions of people of all ages and occupations.”

Click here to learn more about the PMI-OC Book Club!

Learning Objectives from the Book:

1. Learn about the Personality Ethic, the Character Ethic, the difference between the two, and how the Character Ethic drives the habits of an effective leader and person.
2. Learn that real personal change comes from the “inside-out”.
3. Learn about what habits are needed to be an effective person as an individual.
4. Learn about what habits are needed to be an effective person in the context of working with others..

Learning Objectives from the Meeting:

1. Gain a new perspective from reading the book.
2. Discuss the book with others.
3. Gain more perspective through intergrating the perspectives of others. 

Location

This session will be delivered via online webinar. The link will be sent to all registered attendees before the book club meeting begins. 

Time

5:50 p.m. - Early Login/Networking

6:00 p.m. - Event Start

6:00 p.m. to 6:05 p.m. - Book Club Introduction

6:05 p.m. to 6:10 p.m. - Initial Book Rating

6:10 p.m. to 6:55 p.m. - Book Discussion

6:55 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. - Post-discussion Book Rating

7:00 p.m. to 7:05 p.m. - Book Takeaways Request & Next Book Selection

7:05 p.m. to 7:10 p.m. - Announcements & Upcoming Events

7:10 p.m. - Event Concluded and Adjourned

Cost

Registration Cutoff Date and Time: Must register by January 16th 2024 @ 11:59 p.m.

This will allow us time to send the meeting link to all participants at once.

PDUs: 1.0 - Power Skills