Succeeding from Reading: A book discussion for every woman in business

Tuesday, July 16, 2019 (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM) (EDT)

Description

Online registration is now closed. You may still attend the event but will be considered a walk-in at the door.

Join us to talk about must-read books for women pursuing their professional growth and finding their GRIT - Growth, Resilience, Integrity, Tenacity. All books are available for checkout from the Dayton Metro Library, or may be purchased. Please select one book you would like to read from the list below. Sponsored by: SCORE Dayton, Dayton Metro Library, and Women in Business Networking.

Growth

How Women Rise: Break the 12 Habits Holding You Back from Your Next Raise, Promotion, or Job
by Marshall Goldsmith and Sally Helgesen

Leadership expert Sally Helgesen and bestselling leadership coach Marshall Goldsmith have trained thousands of high achievers--men and women--to reach even greater heights.

Resilience

Micro-Resilience: Minor Shifts for Major Boosts in Focus, Drive, and Energy
by Allen P. Haines and Bonnie St. John

Despite having her right leg amputated at age five, Bonnie St. John became the first African-American ever to win medals in Winter Olympic competition,

Integrity

The Moment of Lift: How Empowering Women Changes the World 
by Melinda Gates

A timely call to action for women's empowerment by the influential co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, identifies the link between women's equality and societal health, sharing uplifting insights by international advocates in the fight against gender bias.

Tenacity

Lean In
by Sheryl Sandberg

Author Sheryl Sandberg describes specific steps women can take to combine professional achievement with personal fulfillment. Above all, Lean In is a revelatory, inspiring call to action and a blueprint for individual growth that will empower women to achieve their full potential.

Pricing

Individual: $15
Includes appetizers, custom notebook, bookmark, pen and small tote bag.

If you would like to participate but cost is a barrier, please contact Melissa Cutcher at mcutcher@dayton.bbb.org for scholarship possibilities.

The Mandalay
2700 E River Rd
Dayton, OH 45439-1536 United States
Event Contact
Jessica Wagner
937-226-8258
Tuesday, July 16, 2019 (4:00 PM - 6:00 PM) (EDT)
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