#LeadershipBookClub: “The 360 Degrees Leader” by John Maxwell

Join fellow leaders for a focused, one-hour virtual discussion of "The 360 Degrees Leader" by John C. Maxwell, a practical guide to leading effectively from any position within an organization.

This interactive Leadership Book Club session is designed for senior professionals and aspiring leaders who want to influence beyond their title, build trust across all levels, and create impact whether they lead up, across, or down. While anyone may attend, directors, VPs, executives, entrepreneurs, and other leaders in nonprofit, public, or private sectors will find it especially valuable.

What to Expect

• A focused, one-hour virtual meeting held over Google Meet.
• A guided discussion on Maxwell’s principles for leading in all directions, upward to superiors, across to peers, and downward to teams.
• Practical reflection on how to expand your influence and overcome common leadership challenges.
• An opportunity to exchange insights with other forward-thinking leaders who value growth through collaboration and influence.

Important Preparation

Participants are required to read The 360 Degrees Leader before attending. The discussion will assume familiarity with the book so we can focus on application and meaningful dialogue rather than summary.

Who Should Attend

This session is most helpful for individuals who:

• Hold director-level, VP, executive, or entrepreneurial roles (or equivalent)
• Are committed to growing their influence and leadership impact
• Want to learn strategies for leading effectively from any position
• Appreciate a structured, discussion-based approach to leadership development

Why Join

The most effective leaders don’t wait for authority; they lead where they are. This session will help you:

• Deepen your understanding of Maxwell’s principles for influence and leadership
• Learn actionable strategies to lead up, across, and down
• Gain insights from other leaders applying these concepts in diverse sectors

Facilitator Bio

Your facilitator for this session is Alex Rășcanu, a seasoned leader with over 15 years of experience spanning government, non-profits, and the private sector. Alex has worked at the intersection of public policy, stakeholder engagement, revenue development, and social impact. He has held marketing, technology, and program delivery leadership functions, advised on health data, intellectual property and accessibility policy, and built platforms for people to learn and grow. As someone who actively creates spaces for connection (both in-person and online), Alex brings energy, practical insight, and a collaborative spirit to the discussion.

How to Participate

• Register to receive your Google Meet link.
• Read The 360 Degrees Leader before the session.
• Join us on Friday, September 25, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. EST.
• Come ready to share what resonated most and how you plan to apply it in your leadership journey.

Leadership Book Club: “The 360 Degrees Leader” by John Maxwell