Being self-employed is an incredible adventure, but it is just that: an adventure, There’s always something new to learn or to brush up your skills on. That’s where the wisdom of other professionals comes in so handy, and if you don’t have anyone in your network or don’t want to work with somebody 1:1, the next best answer is small business books. (Sometimes, they’re an even better answer, because you can go at your own pace.)
Whether you prefer to read your books in paperback or on audiobook – we prefer paperback so we can highlight and underline but shh, don’t tell anyone! – we’ve collated some of our favourite books for small business owners below.
How to win friends and influence people by Dale Carnegie
Traction by Gino Wickman
How to style your brand by Fiona Humberstone
Brand Brilliance by Fiona Humberstone
Profit first by Mike Michalowicz
Jab jab right hook by Gary Vee
Will it fly by Pat Flynn
The way of integrity
F being humble by Stefanie Sword-Wlliams
Girlboss by Sophie Amoruso
Delivering Happinees by Tony Hsieh
Pyscho cybernatics by Maxwell Maltz
Never split the difference by Chris Voss
You’re not broke you’re pre-rich by Emilie Bellet
Disease to please by Harriet B Braiker
Brag better by Meredith Fineman
Win without pitching by Blair Enns
These are just a handful of our favourite books for small business owners – there are so many more out there to choose from. So if you have any that you love and you recommend post it in the comments below. We’re always on the hunt for more inspiration!
P.s. don’t like books and prefer something you can listen to on the move? Check out our top podcasts round up blog post for small business owners.
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