Leadership

[close] Welcome to Empowerment Reads for Ambitious Souls, a dynamic book club dedicated to those who are passionate about personal and professional growth. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, career-driven professional, or just someone who loves learning about success stories, this club is for you! Our focus is on reading and discussing non-fiction books that inspire and empower—covering topics like career development, business strategy, financial literacy, self-help, and more. We dive deep into powerful autobiographies and memoirs that give us an inside look into the lives of influential figures, exploring their successes, challenges, and the lessons they've learned. We’ll also explore books that provide actionable advice on building careers, achieving financial freedom, and enhancing personal effectiveness. This is a space for open discussions, sharing insights, and connecting with like-minded individuals who are eager to grow. Whether you’re looking for motivation, new strategies, or a fresh perspective, you’ll find it here. Together, we'll uncover the wisdom hidden in pages and transform knowledge into action. Join us, grab a book, and let’s journey toward our goals one chapter at a time!

[close] Welcome to Silicon Vikings Reads 🦄❄️, the global book club for everyone connected to the Nordic–Baltic–Silicon Valley innovation ecosystem. This is where founders, builders, tinkerers, hustlers, operators, investors, policy folks, technologists, creatives, hopeful unicorn-chasers, and the occasional exhausted chipmunk gather to read, debate, and occasionally panic about the future of tech. Expect a mix of: - Nordic clarity ❄️ - Baltic grit 🐿️ - Valley ambition 🦄 - And books that push us to think bigger, move smarter, and occasionally question all of our life choices. Every month, we (might) choose a title that matters — from startup psychology, product thinking, AI, geopolitics, ethics, capital markets, or something existential that pairs well with a strong coffee and a long winter. If you’ve ever quoted Sapiens at a meetup, used The Hard Thing About Hard Things as emotional support, or pretended to have finished Superintelligence, you are among friends. This group is for: - Silicon Vikings members - Nordic/Baltic founders and operators - Valley expats surviving Nordic winters - Investors, advisors, engineers, product people - Anyone who loves books and innovation in equal measure Come for the reading. Stay for the debates. Bring your brightest ideas — and your darkest startup war stories.

[close] Welcome to Strategic Bookshelf, a community where literature meets leadership! This group is designed for professionals, students, and curious minds who seek to explore books that challenge the way we think about strategy, personal growth, and innovation. Together, we dive into works ranging from business classics to modern thought leadership, uncovering actionable insights and fostering meaningful discussions.

[close] A place to discuss all the unique aspects of Deaf culture as highlighted in the thriller Silent Fear (A novel inspired by true crimes) by Lance & James Morcan. This group can also be an intersection of sorts where Deaf and hearing people can engage and learn from each other.