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Can you suggest three books that you believe every entrepreneur should read?
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Wendy Olson
don't even get me started on "The Hard Thing About Hard Things" - it's like the no BS guide to the trials of entrepreneurship, offering really practical advice that every business owner can benefit from.
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1 - My go-to suggestion is still The 4-Hour Work Week by Tim Ferriss.
- Some things in his updated version are getting to be a little dated, but it's an inspiring book, a fun read, and helpful (especially if your a new, aspiring entrepreneur).
2 - The 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing, by Al Ries and Jack Trout.
- This was actually a Tim Ferriss recommendation that I picked up many years ago and I'm about to re-read it for the 3rd or 4th time as I prepare for my upcoming launch. Written in '93, but this book is still gold! Quick read too 😎
3 - Profit First by Mike Michalowicz.
- Mike has some unique methods to help ensure your business is profitable. Of course not everyone agrees with his methods, but I think this is worth reading as he thinks outside the box. Also a fun and inspiring read.
My favorite 3:
"Zero to One" by Peter Thiel: Insights on building unique companies and products.
"The Lean Startup" by Eric Ries: Learn iterative development and customer feedback.
"The Hard Thing About Hard Things" by Ben Horowitz: Candid advice on managing challenges in entrepreneurship
Seriously, "The Lean Startup" is a game changer, it introduces a new approach to business that's fast and efficient, perfect for today's fast-paced world.
The Hard Thing About Hard Things - Opened my eyes to the realities of entrepreneurship behind the glamour.
Work Rules - Gave me a goal of the kind of team I want to build and the kind of impact I want to create for people working with me.
Fix This Next - This book single-handedly got us through turning around our company from a dying to a profitable entity. It's provides a clear process of what needs fixing depending on what stage you are in terms of business and product
