Summer 2026 Book Club (Arranged by Professor Tony Stanco):
| Code | Content | Date | Time |
| BC45-IP | A More beautiful Question by Warren Berger | Thursday, May 21,2026 | 5:30pm-8:00pm |
| BC46-IP | Virtuous Leadership : An agenda for personal excellence by Alexandre Havard | Thursday, June 25,2026 | 5:30pm-8:00pm |
| BC47-IP | How Democracies Die by Daniel Ziblatt, Steven Levitsky | Thursday, July 23,2026 | 5:30pm-8:00pm |
(BC-45) A More Beautiful Question by Warren Berger
📅 Event Details
Date: Thursday, May 21,2026
Time: 5:30 pm-8:00pm
Location:
Join Our Book Club: Exploring Ideas That Shape the Future
Get ready to be inspired this Summer with the MFAc Book Club. This season, we continue our journey into bold, thought-provoking reads that challenge how we think about leadership, global change, and decision-making in an increasingly complex world. More than just reading, our Book Club is a space to connect, exchange perspectives, and grow alongside your peers.
Following our recent discussion of "Elon Musk" by Walter Isaacson, participants explored the relentless drive and high-stakes risk-taking of one of the world's most controversial innovators. That session sparked thoughtful conversations about unconventional management styles, corporate governance, and the thin line between visionary genius and reckless risk.
📘 Upcoming Book Club Session
A More Beautiful Question by Warren Berger
In our next session, we shift our focus from the actions of individual leaders to the fundamental tool that drives all innovation: the power of inquiry. Warren Berger’s A More Beautiful Question reveals why, in an era of instant answers, the ability to ask the right questions is more important than ever. It is a deep dive into how "Why," "What If," and "How" can help us solve problems, spark creative ideas, and navigate the challenges of the financial and corporate world.
Why this session matters:
- Critical Thinking & Innovation: Learn how to use questioning to break through old assumptions and find new pathways in financial accountability.
- Strategic Decision-Making: Discuss how leaders can use inquiry to identify overlooked opportunities and hidden risks in a rapidly changing industry.
- The Culture of Inquiry: Explore how fostering a questioning mindset can improve team collaboration, transparency, and organizational health.
- Professional Growth: In a world obsessed with "answers," mastering the art of the question will set you apart in networking, interviews, and leadership roles.
- Peer Connection: Engage in meaningful dialogue with fellow MFAc students and alumni about applying the "Questioning System" to real-world professional challenges.
Whether you’re interested in corporate strategy, audit, or organizational transformation, this session offers a unique opportunity to rethink how we approach complex problems.
All MFAc students are welcome! Join us for another engaging and forward-thinking MFAc Book Club conversation and be part of a community that reads deeply, thinks critically, and connects meaningfully.
"The ability to ask the right question is more than half the battle of finding the answer."
— Warren Berger, A More Beautiful Question