#LeadershipBookClub: “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team” by Patrick Lencioni

Join fellow leaders for a focused, one-hour virtual discussion of "The Five Dysfunctions of a Team" by Patrick Lencioni, a powerful framework for building trust, fostering accountability, and achieving team cohesion.

This interactive Leadership Book Club session is designed for senior professionals who want to lead high-performing teams, strengthen collaboration, and overcome common barriers to success. 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 Lencioni’s five dysfunctions — absence of trust, fear of conflict, lack of commitment, avoidance of accountability, and inattention to results.
• Practical reflection on how to diagnose and address these challenges within your team or organization.
• An opportunity to exchange insights with other forward-thinking leaders who value growth through collaboration and trust.
  

Important Preparation

Participants are required to read The Five Dysfunctions of a Team 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 building strong, cohesive teams
• Want to learn practical strategies for overcoming team dysfunctions
• Appreciate a structured, discussion-based approach to leadership development
  

Why Join

The most effective leaders don’t just manage teams — they create environments where trust and accountability thrive. This session will help you:

• Deepen your understanding of the root causes of team dysfunction
• Learn actionable strategies to foster alignment and results
• Gain insights from other leaders applying these principles 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 Five Dysfunctions of a Team before the session.
• Join us on Friday, July 24, 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 Five Dysfunctions of a Team” by Patrick Lencioni