Below is a list of books every entrepreneur should read, and I truly believe that. I’ve listened to several of these business books twice and some even three times. They’re that good!
I listen to all kinds of start-up books as I’m driving, walking my dog, or cleaning the house. I try to make the most out of my time as I’m always busy and time is my biggest asset.
But I’d love to hear from you lovelies! I like to learn as much as possible, so what are your favourite financial intelligence/start-up entrepreneur books?
Here are the books I’ve read and loved:
How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
EVERY entrepreneur needs to read this. It has key advice on customer service basics and why being a friendly, personable businessperson is the key to success.
Scientific Advertising by Claude Hopkins
This one is great for copywriting guidelines and how to advertise successfully. Its direct approach makes it easy to follow so you can apply these fool-proof techniques to your business. Every entrepreneur will need to write copy, making this a book that every entrepreneur should read.
Positioning by Al Ries and Jack Trout
Though it was published a while ago, this book is still just as relevant in today’s market, if not more. Positioning is a great marketing book for entrepreneurs with amazing tips on how to position your brand within the massive sea of competition.
This I Know by Terry O’Reilly
I love Terry O’Reilly so much; I wish I could give him a hug. His book is amazing, and his marketing podcast is genius and filled with sound advice on how to attract customers that both small and large businesses can benefit from. Every entrepreneur needs to understand marketing, making this a book that every entrepreneur should read.
Start with Why by Simon Sinek
Start with Why is one of the best start-up books for entrepreneurs. Your entire business marketing plan should revolve around the principles in this wildly important book.
Influence: The Psychology Persuasion by Robert. B Cialdini
This disciplined entrepreneur book covers the basics of copywriting and marketing, to make you aware of how marketing techniques work and how to implement them properly. Every entrepreneur will need to negotiate, making this a book that every entrepreneur should read.
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear
Do you tend to procrastinate? It can be extremely daunting to start projects sometimes, but maybe you just lack the framework necessary to form good work habits and get past those hurdles. There are some amazing productivity hacks in this book. James Clear dives into the scientific background of psychology to help you rewire your brain and habits to find a routine that works for you.
Four Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss
This is one of the best books for start-up entrepreneurs!When starting a business, it’s important to know why you are doing it and how your business could change your life. What are your goals? What are you hoping your life will look like because of it?This book can help you work smarter, not harder. Every entrepreneur wants to be more productive, making this a book that every entrepreneur should read.
This is Marketing: You Can’t Be Seen Until You Learn to See by Seth Godin
Marketing, sales, advertising, and the importance of rooting your work into your desires to lead your business to success with integrity, transparency, and sincerity.
Crush It by Gary Vanderchuk
If you want to know how to harness your passion and turn it into a real business, this wonderfully inspiring entrepreneur book is for you!
Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time by JJ Sutherland
Are you working efficiently? This start-up book has great advice for team building and project managing to help your business be as smooth-sailing and as proficient as possible. Every entrepreneur wants more time, making this a book that every entrepreneur should read.
10x Rule by Grant Cardone
This book for entrepreneurs will help you set goals and reach them! With this step-by-step guide will provide you with the tools for success, no settling for mediocrity here!
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
Need a little extra motivation? I know I do sometimes, it’s hard work being an entrepreneur. This is one of the best books for start-ups because it’s rooted in personal development. It teaches you helpful tools to assist you in harnessing your passion to create and maintain a successful business.
I hope you will find these top entrepreneur books as useful as I have. Be sure to send your start-up entrepreneur books or podcast recommendations my way!
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