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Bobcat Employee Book Club

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The Bobcat Employee Book Club is a welcoming space for readers to connect and lifelong learners to build community. Hosted by HR, the club fosters personal and professional growth while encouraging meaningful connections with colleagues across campus. Through engaging discussions, participants can explore group readings, share key takeaways, collaborate, and exchange knowledge with peers. Join us in creating a vibrant community of curious minds!

February's Read | Career Confidence
by Robynn Storey
The way we work has changed, and employees want jobs that work for them too. With so much time spent at work, who can blame them? This book shares decades of experience helping others grow, with real stories that are funny, sad, and inspiring. Readers will learn to define their value beyond hustle culture, relying on both experience and moxie.
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  • You can view and read all our eBooks directly in your browser without downloading them. However, downloading the eBook is an option if you prefer to read offline or in a specific app. To download an eBook, you will need: 

    • An Ebsco account
    • The Adobe Digital Editions app (available for desktop or mobile) 
    • An Adobe ID
    • Don't worry, you’ll be guided to create or download these as needed during the process. For detailed instructions, visit Ebsco's guide. 

  • Past Reads

    • The Coffee Bean by Jon Gordon and Damon West is an uplifting fable that teaches a simple yet powerful life lesson—how to transform challenges into opportunities. The story follows Abe, a young man struggling with stress and pressure from school and home. When his teacher introduces him to the metaphor of a coffee bean, Abe learns a life-changing truth: while hardships can weaken (like a carrot) or harden (like an egg), he has the power to change his environment for the better—just like a coffee bean infuses boiling water with rich flavor. As Abe applies this wisdom throughout his life, from school to the military to the business world, he discovers the unstoppable power within him. This short, engaging read is designed for all ages and offers a lesson that can inspire real change. So, the question is: Are you a carrot, an egg, or a coffee bean?