The Connexions Alumni Council invites you to the Business Book Club — a biweekly series inviting alumni to read and discuss some of the most influential books in business, leadership, and personal development. Each session offers a space to reflect on powerful ideas, exchange perspectives, connect with like-minded professionals committed to growth — and to practice English!
When: Two Saturdays per month at 18:00 MSK
Where: Online. Advance registration required. Once you register, you’ll receive reminders and Zoom links for all future sessions — no need to sign up again each time.
Facilitator: Egor Ryasov
The series is led by Egor Ryasov, an experienced business strategist, entrepreneur, and facilitator of learning communities. Egor has held key roles at Amazon, IBM, and PwC, building deep expertise in business operations, development, and market strategy. In 2019, he co-founded a platform supporting brands with international expansion. He is also the creator of the Books 4 Business Telegram channel and a long-time host of business book clubs, startup events, and entrepreneurship courses. Egor brings both corporate insight and entrepreneurial energy to each discussion.
📘 January 17: Outlive: The Science and Art of Longevity by Peter Attia. Discover how small, strategic changes to exercise, nutrition, sleep, and emotional health can dramatically extend not just how long you live, but how well you live each year you’re given.
📘 February 7: The Art of the Deal by Donald J. Trump. Step inside the mindset of a high-stakes negotiator as Donald Trump breaks down the bold moves, hardball tactics, and larger-than-life deals that built his business empire.
📘 February 28: To Sell Is Human by Danial H. Pink. Reimagine “selling” as a human skill you already use every day, as Pink shows how anyone can ethically persuade, influence, and move others - at work, at home, and in life.
📘 March 14: Surrounded by Idiots by Thomas Erikson. Turn daily frustrations into insight as Erikson decodes four color-based personality types, giving you a sharp, entertaining toolkit for reading people and communicating so you’re finally understood.
Join us and be part of the conversation!
👉 Register to join the Business Book Club:
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