The Top 10 Inspiring Books For Entrepreneurs
Posted on 05. Jan, 2011 by Vivek Krishnan in Motivation
The list of top 10 inspiring books for entrepreneurs. Books are food for the soul and an entrepreneur needs to be careful what he feeds his soul. Here are a list of timeless classics and best-selling books that people across the world have found useful to motivate themselves and grow as entrepreneurs.
How To Get From Where You Are To Where You Want To Be? by Jack Canfield
Jack Canfield is best known for his Chicken Soup for the Soul series. In this book, he mentions the 25 Principles of Success – that have been a common thread among the most successful people from all walks of life. This will top the list in Collegefallout’s books for entrepreneurs.
Who Moved My Cheese by Spencer Johnson
“Simplicity is a complex form of sophistication“. The best selling book “Who Moved My Cheese?” by Spencer Johnson, M.D. is a simple book and yet, reveals the most profound truths of life. It tells you in a very subtle way and simplistic thoughts, what is the real requirement out of you in life.
Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill
I am sure that this book would not require an introduction to most of you reading this list. Admittedly, one of the most popular books for a person who aspires to get wealthy. It was first published in 1937 during the Great Depression and it still continues to be among the most best-selling books in the world.
New Ideas from Dead CEOs: Lasting Lessons from the Corner Office by Todd G.Buchholz
New Ideas From Dead CEOs tries to delve deep into the histories of America’s most successful entrepreneurs. Buchholz outlines in rich detail the business practices of CEOs like A.P. Giannini, the founder of the Bank of America and Ray Croc, the founder of McDonalds.
What They Don’ Teach You At Harvard Business School by Mark McCormack
Mark McCormack is the founder of the mammoth sports management company – IMG (International Management Group). In this book, Mark shares with us business inspiration and street-skills that can only be earned through decades in the entrepreneur play-field.
Rich Dad, Poor Dad by Robert T. Kiyosaki
A very well known personal finance book that talks about the extreme difference in the thought patters of someone who is enroute to be a millionaire and someone who is stuck in a rat race. It is inspirational and definitely worth a read.
Losing my Virginity by Richard Branson
Losing My Virginity autobiography book review of the business book by the Virgin entrepreneur Richard Branson. Sir Richard Branson is someone who is hyper-creative and though he maintains a very charming image for the world – nobody moves so ahead in life without some serious skills. He is an inspiration to the new entrepreneur.
The Art of the Start: The Time-Tested, Battle-Hardened Guide for Anyone Starting Anything by Guy Kawasaki
This awesome book by Guy Kawasaki is definitely a must read for anyone starting a company. This book has advice for you at just about any point in your startup from idea phase, to pitching, to executing. This book is written in the same wise-ass way that Guy Kawasaki usually talks in – you need a copy of this book on your shelf.
Crush It!: Why NOW Is the Time to Cash In on Your Passion by Gary Vaynerchuk
Wine connoisseur Gary Vaynerchuk is the author of “Crush It!: Why NOW Is the Time to Cash In on Your Passion”, a step-by-step how-to guide for people to change their passions into profitable businesses.
The 4-hour Work Week by Timothy Ferris
The 4-Hour Workweek is how it’s all about making enough money to be happy (and then spend the rest of your time living your life) instead of making as much money as you can. This book will make you re-think a lot of your assumptions about priorities and life.
Have you read any of these works and how has it influenced your life? Leave a comment below!
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Christopher Roberts
06. Jan, 2011
To be honest, I am not much of a book worm, but I do read a lot online. These look like some good titles, thanks for them, I will investigate!
Any online resources that are good?
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Vivek Krishnan
06. Jan, 2011
If you are an online reader, then I would suggest you take a look at the following: The Top 10 Enterpreneurs Blog
If you aren’t reading them already!
Chris
06. Jan, 2011
Four hour work week is the only one I have read yet but will get to some of the others. I just picked up “The 22 immutable laws of marketing”. If you look past the hype, the Four Hour Work Week gives you a lot of great ideas and mind set to running your own business, whether its full time or part time.
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Vivek Krishnan
06. Jan, 2011
@Chris- Do let us know how the book “Laws of marketing” is! Thanks for stopping by.
Susan
06. Jan, 2011
Thank you so much! I’ve posted your list on my blog listed above.
Vivek Krishnan
06. Jan, 2011
@Susan- I really appreciate it.
Karl @ The Startup Daily
06. Jan, 2011
Some great choices, you can’t go wrong with Napoleon Hill, people will be reading that in 100 years. The Art of the Start was recently featured on my site which aims to share the best lessons, ideas and advice for entrepreneurs from books exactly like this (shameless but relevant plug!).
Cheers
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Jonsky
07. Jan, 2011
I just saw other pretty good (if not better) business books on another site which includes Facebook Effect (David Kirkpatrick), Business Model Generation (Osterwalder/Pigneur), Linchpin (Seth Godin) and The Little Big Things (Tom Peters).
I think I’ll check out The Art of the Start next.
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Vivek Krishnan
07. Jan, 2011
@Jonsky- Yes, I have heard of Seth Godin’s “Linchpin” book as well. It is pretty well-regarded.
Shamelle@EnhanceLife
08. Jan, 2011
@Jonsky, @Vivek: I am reading Linchpin these days. It definitely should make it to this list.
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Persha -DumpedDays
08. Jan, 2011
Was looking for recommendations for reading this year and landed here.
Crush It!: Why NOW Is the Time to Cash In on Your Passion is definitely something I am looking forward to
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law firm
13. Jan, 2011
I am opening my small coffee shop business soon and I think the book The Art of the Start is a good reading material for me. I think it’s a best buy especially for a new entrepreneur like me. I hope you can send me the pricing and the place where I can be able to get it. Thanks!
jandi@payroll service
14. Jan, 2011
This is now the time to “Think and Grow Rich”. I hope I can gain more insights about this book.Being an entrepreneur, I really need to exert effort to uplift my business.I guess this is a good choose! Thanks for the post!
Henway
23. Jan, 2011
Huge fan of 4-Hour Work Week, altho the more I read it, the more I realize most of what Ferris says is common sense like testing your idea on Adwords before implementing it, as well as not reading any news.
Ditto with Think and Grow Rich, altho I recommend it to anyone not just entrepreneurs. it gives you an abundance mindset.
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Vivek Krishnan
23. Jan, 2011
@Henway- I agree. Think and Grow Rich is a book suitable for everyone.
Mainstay Ministries
12. Mar, 2011
I’ve always hear this 4 hour work week and now decided to read it, it seems great. I’m not really into business books but your list is quite an inspirational.
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Piyush
08. Apr, 2011
Hi,Vivek !
Its wonderful post.I’m GuyKawasaki follower & reading THE ART OF START of him.
Its a great resource for The Starter. I appreciate your efforts.Thanks.
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Vivek Krishnan
09. Apr, 2011
Thanks for your comments Piyush. I am a big Guy Kawasaki fan as well.
Subramani
21. May, 2011
Nice list Vivek. I had collated my favorite top 10 list on my blog implanthr.wordpress.com. do check out.
Cat
15. Jul, 2011
Great recommendations. Love “The Four Hour Work Week” because rather than just being motivating, it has such great information packed into the book! I am going to read the GOALS book. A little skeptical but we’ll see I guess.
Thanks!
Cat
Vivek Krishnan
15. Jul, 2011
Glad you liked the post. Let us know how it goes!
Jesper
18. Jul, 2011
I knew a lot of these books, but new ideas from dead CEO’s is now to me. I’ve also forgot everything about Jack Canfield. So thanks for the inspiration.
Siddharth Goyal
31. Jul, 2011
Nice list
I have read quite a few of them. Will read the rest for sure now!
Mr MakingUsmile
09. Sep, 2011
The 4 hour work week is next on my list. Your list brings back memories. I have learned alot from my readings and yes I’m inspired by this blog site. Keep up the good work.
Mr MakingUsmile
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Aswin
19. Sep, 2011
Thanks man , i was looking out for some good books .
Inspiration that we get from books is amazing .I can prefer you to add :He swam with sharks for ice cream, also I am looking forward to start my dream project .Hoping for the best. thanks, good work
Vivek Krishnan
21. Feb, 2012
Hey Aswin, that is a good suggestion, I intend to add it on the followup post. Thanks for commenting.
Steve
09. Oct, 2011
Great stuff man, you should listen to Tony Robbins and Les Brown their really good inspirational speakers. The Don King out of all of them is Jim Rohn, let me know what you think.
Shubh Vinayaka
12. Nov, 2011
I found The Quest of the Sparrows insightful and amazing. It speaks of quitting the insecurity of the future and live up to your potential. It speaks at the heart level and really sets you thinking about what you are doing.
Vivek Krishnan
21. Feb, 2012
Yes I have heard of it, but have not read it. Will read when I find it next time.
Collins Owade
03. Feb, 2012
Good job Vivek, have gone through two but needed this to enlist another two for this year. Thnx and keep it up.
Agus @ KiranaTama
14. Feb, 2012
The Great Railway Bazaar – Paul Theroux
Inside the Third Reich – Albert Speer
New Ideas From Dead Economists – Todd G. Buchholz
And I would recommend them all (even though they are all very different).
Vivek Krishnan
21. Feb, 2012
Hi Agus, those are some really amazing suggestions. I intend to do a followup on this post which will include the titles you have given. Thanks for visiting CFO!