Business Books Worth Reading

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Leaders have many exceptional habits - one of them is especially cheap and easy to acquire. Reading helps leaders develop and improve. Audio-books are a particular bonus for those time-stretched leaders that are motivated to learn.

All Leaders are Readers
– Harry S. Truman

Harry S. Truman said, “not all readers are leaders, but all leaders are readers.” Reading plays a critical role in helping leaders become better leaders.

  • Elevate Above your Current Situation
  • Multiply your Experience
  • Spend Time With Exceptional People
  • Quickly Build your Expertise
  • Plan your Escape

Elevate Above your Current Situation. Reading can inspire us, provide new ideas and insights, it lets us step back and see the bigger picture.

Multiply your Experience. Reading gives you a chance to experiment and experience lots of different things safely, opportunities can be explored and you can learn from a virtually unlimited number of successful leaders.

Spend Time With Exceptional People. You may not be able to have lunch with your hero’s and role models, but by reading their words you can you can spend as much time with them as you want with them.

Quickly Build your Expertise. Your expertise is no longer be limited to your direct experiences. By spending a few hours reading you are able to learn new skills and expand your horizons. Reading gives you new opportunities and makes you more effective in new situations.

Plan your Escape. Besides reading about management theory, leadership principles, self-improvement, biographies, and such, it is also important to read fiction, as this provides an escape. It helps you to mentally disengage from your circumstances, facilitating rest and recovery. This recovery lets you face your challenges with fresh ideas and renewed energy and focus.

If you want to be an effective leader, you must first be an effective reader!

Leaders are Writers
Leaders Think on Paper

Reading helps you write. Whether its journalling, planning, encouraging or broadcasting, expressing yourself on paper is an essential skill.

Studying how others communicate effectively will pay dividends.

There are many great business books available that can provide valuable insights and strategies for entrepreneurs and business owners. Some of the most highly recommended titles include "The Lean Startup" by Eric Ries, "Good to Great" by Jim Collins, and "Zero to One" by Peter Thiel and Blake Masters.

These books offer different perspectives on how to build a successful business, from adopting an innovative mindset to focusing on long-term growth strategies. They also provide practical advice and actionable steps that you can apply to your own business.

If you are interested in reading some of these highly regarded business books, please let me know. We can help you find the right titles and resources to support your goals.

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Reading fiction can provide many benefits for business owners, including improving creativity, empathy, and emotional intelligence. By immersing yourself in a fictional world, you can exercise your imagination and develop a deeper understanding of human behavior and motivations.

Additionally, reading fiction can help you become a more effective communicator and storyteller, which are important skills for business owners who need to pitch their ideas, negotiate deals, or communicate with employees and customers.

If you are interested in exploring the benefits of reading fiction for business owners, please let me know. We can provide resources and recommendations to help you get started.

Business Books Worth Reading
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