Virtual Book Club: Relational Intelligence

Relational Intelligence (Adam Bandelli)
Virtual Book Club

Join us for our June virtual book club! We read a book together every other month and discuss. Books are selected based on the ATD Talent Capability Model. 

This month we'll read Relational Intelligence by Dr. Adam C. Bandelli. This book offers a practical guide to rebuilding and strengthening meaningful relationships in a world that often feels disconnected. Please find a 5-week reading plan attached for your convenience!

Drawing from psychology, sociology, and two decades of professional experience, Bandelli outlines five essential skills that help readers form deeper, more fulfilling personal and professional bonds, including:

1. Establishing Rapport – The ability to create an initial connection with others through warmth, empathy, and active listening, setting the foundation for trust and openness.
2. Understanding Others – The capacity to accurately read and interpret people's emotions, behaviors, and motivations, which allows for more empathetic and respectful interactions.
3. Embracing Individual Differences – Valuing and appreciating diversity in personalities, perspectives, and experiences, which strengthens collaboration and mutual respect.
4. Developing Trust – Building reliability and psychological safety through consistent actions, honesty, and integrity over time.
5. Cultivating Influence – Using relational skills to positively impact and inspire others, fostering collaboration and shared success without manipulation or control.

The book includes real-life examples and actionable steps to help readers apply these skills immediately. By developing relational intelligence, readers can create more intentional connections that enhance their joy, growth, and overall life satisfaction.

Members: FREE

Non-Members: $10

Facilitator:

Kelly Knowles is dedicated to igniting the flames of adult learning, nurturing the seeds of potential within individuals, and empowering adult learners to transcend their limitations, thereby unleashing their true capabilities in the most authentic manner possible. With over 20 years in pivotal training and development roles, Kelly has wielded her expertise to orchestrate transformative changes that resonate across industries.

Kelly is the powerhouse behind Kelly K. Consulting, where she captivates audiences through keynote speeches, immersive professional development workshops, and personalized coaching sessions for individuals and teams. Her unwavering mission? To embolden leaders at every level to unearth, nurture, and fully embody their innate leadership and know they are on this planet on purpose for a purpose.