#LeadershipBookClub: "The Effective Executive" by Peter Drucker

Join fellow leaders for a focused, one-hour virtual discussion of The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done by Peter F. Drucker, one of the most influential management thinkers of all time.

This interactive Leadership Book Club session is designed for senior professionals who want to sharpen their effectiveness, strengthen decision-making, and cultivate habits that drive meaningful results. While anyone may attend, directors, VPs, executives, entrepreneurs, and other leaders in the 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 Drucker’s core principles of effectiveness — time management, contribution-focused work, strengths-based leadership, and prioritization.
• Practical reflection on how to apply Drucker’s timeless lessons to modern leadership challenges.
• An opportunity to exchange insights with other purpose-driven leaders who value growth through shared experience.

Important Preparation

Participants are required to read The Effective Executive before attending. The discussion will assume familiarity with the material so we can focus on practical application and deeper 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 improving personal and organizational effectiveness
• Want to explore how disciplined thinking leads to impactful leadership
• Appreciate a structured, discussion-based approach to leadership development

Why Join

Leadership effectiveness begins with clarity of purpose and disciplined execution. This session will help you translate Drucker’s enduring insights into practical strategies for leading with focus and impact. You will:

• Deepen your understanding of how to get the right things done
• Learn how other leaders cultivate effectiveness in their teams and organizations
• Leave with actionable takeaways to enhance your leadership performance

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

1. Register to receive your Google Meet link.
2. Read The Effective Executive before the session.
3. Join us on Friday, April 24, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. EST.
4. Come ready to share what resonated most and how you’ll apply it in your leadership journey.

Leadership Book Club: “The Effective Executive” by Peter Drucker