Book Club (North)
Overview:
There are many ways to improve your professional knowledge and skills. One way is to increase your knowledge by reading current and relevant project management books. We've created book clubs that are designed to be small discussion groups led by a facilitator.
It's an informal group meeting for a Saturday morning where one person serves as the facilitator to guide and promote discussion. It is an excellent way to meet other chapter members and open a dialogue regarding trends and challenges experienced by those in project management roles.
And, earn PDUs!
Current Book:
Business Acumen For Project Managers: Everything You Need to Know to Succeed as a Project or Program Manager
Business Acumen is a vital skill required to enhance or maintain your PMI (project management institute) PMP certification, and project managers with scaled-up business acumen are in high demand. Senior executives are searching for project management people who can align their projects to the company’s strategic intent and to the attainment of desired business outcomes. Fine-tuning your expertise as a project or program manager can have a meaningful impact on the achievements of your organization. This book has an online, self-paced companion course titled, Business Acumen for Project Managers, available on business-acumne.com.
Business Acumen for Project Managers is offered by the Business Acumen Institute, the leading provider of business acumen training. With over 20 years of experience, we are a trusted partner in enhancing the skills of professionals. Our comprehensive offerings include both online and corporate courses, as well as personalized coaching. Join us to unlock exceptional career growth and achieve your personal best as a project management professional, equipped with the essential business acumen needed for success in today’s competitive environment.
Why is this important? According to the Project Management Institute (PMI), Business Acumen is one of the most important dimensions of the Talent Triangle® and its importance to the project management profession cannot be underestimated. This book is the approved text for the Business Acumen Institute's course, Business Acumen Essentials for Project Management and IT Professionals. It also leverages The Business Acumen Canvas, a visual tool used to understand the multi-faceted aspects of business acumen. To learn about Business Acumen Institute and its focus on project management, go to https://business-acumen.com/project-management/.
Business Acumen for Project Managers by Steven Haines, Founder of Business Acumen Institute and world-renowned business thought leader, takes you on a guided tour across the core capabilities needed to improve your business acumen and contribute to the success of your organization. When you have a firm grasp of the business, you'll set yourself apart from others, and you'll demonstrate your commitment to project management and business acumen excellence!
Location:
La Madeleine French Bakery & Café
900 W. State Highway 114
Grapevine, TX 76051
Cost:
There is no cost to attend this event. Attendees will be responsible for acquiring the book.
Agenda:
The facilitator will open the session and handle the meeting logistics. The group will rate and discuss the selected book.
Other book club business includes:
- Select the meeting facilitator for the next book (volunteer requested)
- Request a volunteer to write a review for the current book to be posted on the chapter website.
Want to learn more? See the Book Club webpage.
PDUs:
You can earn PDUs by simply reading the book. Under the new CCRS guidelines, reading is its own category ("Education - Read"). You can earn up to four (4) PDUs for reading the book selection. You will also earn two (2) "Informal Learning" PDUs for attending the meeting. One volunteer will earn an additional "Giving Back - Volunteering" PDU for writing a book review or (2) PDUs for facilitating the meeting.
The alignment to the Talent Triangle will vary based on the book selection. Please note that "Giving Back" PDUs has a maximum allowed per certification cycle.
Please note: Category limitations may apply.
Questions:
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Event Properties
| Event Date | 06-07-2025 8:00 AM |
| Event End Date | 06-07-2025 10:00 AM |