Course Duration - 1 Hour 15 Minutes (This is a 3-part series, with in-person meetings on March 12, April 9, and May 7)

Looking for practical ways to strengthen workplace relationships and improve collaboration? Join us for an engaging book club discussion on How to Work with Complicated People by Ryan Leak (2025). This book offers actionable strategies and insights to help you build stronger connections and navigate challenging dynamics at work. Whether you’re an avid reader or an occasional one, you’ll find ideas you can apply immediately. At each of the 3 meetings, we'll exchange take-aways from 4 chapters of the book in a relaxed setting. Feel free to bring your lunch!

HR Learning and Development is pleased to offer a few different ways for participants to access the reading material. The first 10 individuals to register for the book club will receive a complimentary copy of Ryan Leak’s How to Work with Complicated People to keep, unless you prefer to purchase your own personal copy.

Additionally, for those who miss the initial giveaway, HR Learning and Development will have 15 copies available for check-out for the duration of the book club. Whether you secure a gift copy or borrow from our lending library, we look forward to the insightful discussions ahead!

Reading Plan:

• Meeting 1: March 12, Chapters 1-4
• Meeting 2: April 9, Chapters 5-8
• Meeting 3: May 7, Chapters 9-12

Participants will have the opportunity to stay connected between meetings via group chat, a space designed for real-time discussion and resource sharing.

Course Objectives:

• Advance in the ability to understand and be understood.
• Develop and practice strategies for enhancing collaboration and team effectiveness.
• Build relationships with colleagues as you learn together.

UA Behavioral Expectations: Collaboration, Effective Communication, Ethics/Integrity, and Service Excellence

Registration and Access Confirmation - Employees registering to attend a course will receive:
- An email notification from UA LMS confirming their registration, and an email from the facilitator notifying the first 10 participants who will receive a complimentary copy of the book.
- A reminder notification from UA LMS two days before the session.