Jun 23, 2024

8 completely life-changing books for entrepreneurs all around the world

Aakanksha Sharma

Books for new entrepreneurs

Tired with the grind of 9-5, more and more people are moving towards entrepreneurship and business. But, this journey isn't smooth and requires a ton of resilience and determination. So, for entrepreneurs around the world, here are 8 books to read.

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​‘The Lean Startup’ by Eric Ries

A classic in entrepreneurial knowledge, this book by Ries talks about the importance of quickness and scientific thinking in the startup world. Ries says that it is important to build a minimum viable product (MVP) to test business ideas quickly and efficiently.

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‘Start with Why’ by Simon Sinek

‘Start with Why’ talks about purpose-driven leadership. Sinek says that it is important that before starting something, you ask yourself ‘Why’ as that will become the core belief or mission that drives you and your organisation.

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​‘Zero to One’ by Peter Thiel

‘Zero to One’ is a book that talks about new, unique ideas, rather than dragging away the old ones. Thiel emphasises the importance of building trust and power through new, innovative ideas that leap from zero to one.

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​‘Think and Grow Rich’ by Napoleon Hill

One of the oldest books to talk about financial literacy is ‘Think and Grow Rich’. The book also introduces the concept of mastermind groups, where like-minded individuals come together to share ideas and support each other’s goals.

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‘Build the Damn Thing’ by Kathryn Finney

In her book, Finney shares real-life advice and examples to help founders from underrepresented communities to push through the challenges of entrepreneurship. She talks about the importance of being focused, and pushing the boundaries to make that arena more inclusive.

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‘The Art of Principled Entrepreneurship’ by Andreas Widmer

Another amazing book for entrepreneurs, this one talks about ethical leadership and the importance of long-term vision in business. Widmer says that an ethical leader, who leads with integrity and includes all, makes not just a profitable business but also good connections.

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​‘Good to Great’ by Jim Collins

This book by Jim Collins talks about how good companies can become great. Collins talks about identifying what a company can be the best at, what drives it towards profits and gains, and what the company is deeply passionate about.

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​‘Burn Rate’ by Andy Dunn

Away from the economic gains and profitability of a business, ‘Burn Rate’ talks about mental health in the entrepreneurial journey. Dunn shares his personal experiences with mental health and how they impacted his business.

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