1️⃣ The Psychology of Money – Morgan Housel
Success in business is as much about mindset as it is about strategy. This book teaches you how to think about risk, patience, and long-term success.
2️⃣ Good to Great – Jim Collins
Why do some companies thrive while others fail? This book breaks down the key habits of businesses that go from average to extraordinary.
3️⃣ Never Split the Difference – Chris Voss
Business is negotiation, whether it’s deals, salaries, or partnerships. Written by an ex-FBI negotiator, this book will sharpen your ability to get what you want.
4️⃣ The Lean Startup – Eric Ries
If you want to build something new, this book is a must. It teaches how to test ideas, adapt quickly, and avoid wasting time on things that don’t work.
5️⃣ The 48 Laws of Power – Robert Greene
Business is a game of influence. This book unveils the strategies used by powerful leaders throughout history to gain and maintain power.
6️⃣ Atomic Habits – James Clear
Small habits create big results. This book shows how to build systems that lead to long-term success in both business and life.
7️⃣ The Hard Thing About Hard Things – Ben Horowitz
Running a business is messy. This book provides real-world advice on making tough decisions, managing crises, and leading through uncertainty.
8️⃣ Shoe Dog – Phil Knight
A memoir by the founder of Nike, this book is an inspiring story of resilience, risk-taking, and the challenges of building a global brand.
9️⃣ Zero to One – Peter Thiel
If you want to create something truly innovative, this book challenges conventional thinking and explains how to build a business that changes the game.
🔟 The Art of War – Sun Tzu
A timeless classic on strategy and competition. Business is a battlefield, and this book teaches you how to think ahead and outmanoeuvre the competition.
💡 Bonus Tip: Reading is only valuable if you apply what you learn. Pick one book, take notes, and put one idea into action immediately. – Ali Aydan
Ali Aydan: Here are 10 books that every business leader should read
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