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Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration
by Ed Catmull
An exploration of the principles and strategies that drive success in the creative process.
“What does it mean to manage well?” From Ed Catmull, co-founder (with Steve Jobs and John Lasseter) of Pixar Animation Studios, comes an incisive book about creativity in business—sure to appeal to ... (Goodreads)
In Search of Excellence: Lessons from America's Best-Run Companies
by Thomas J. Peters
A study of the successful strategies and management practices of leading American companies.
The "Greatest Business Book of All Time" (Bloomsbury UK), In Search of Excellence has long been a must-have for the boardroom, business school, and bedside table. Based on a study of forty-three of ... (Goodreads)
حياة في الإدارة
by Ghazi A. Algosaibi
A guide to managing organizational life and achieving success.
"إن كثيراً من النقاش الذي يدور حول الإدارة هو نقاش لفظي عقيم. لا يهم أن تكون الإدارة علماً أو فناً، فالفرق بين العلم والفن مسألة تتعلق بالتعريف أكثر من تعلقها بالجوهر. ولا يهم أن يولد الإنسان ... (Goodreads)
Leading Change
by John P. Kotter
A step-by-step guide to successful organizational change management.
John Kotter’s now-legendary eight-step process for managing change with positive results has become the foundation for leaders and organizations across the globe. By outlining the process every ... (Goodreads)
The Fifth Discipline: The art and practice of the learning organization
by Peter M. Senge
A guide to building successful organizations through understanding and applying the principles of learning and knowledge sharing.
Completely Updated and Revised, This revised edition of Peter Senge’s bestselling classic, The Fifth Discipline , is based on fifteen years of experience in putting the book’s ideas into practice. As ... (Goodreads)
EntreLeadership: 20 Years of Practical Business Wisdom from the Trenches
by Dave Ramsey
A collection of business advice and strategies, to help entrepreneurs and business leaders succeed.
From the, New York Times, bestselling author of, The Total Money Makeover, and radio and podcast host Dave Ramsey comes an informative guide based on how he grew a successful, multimillion dollar ... (Goodreads)
The First 90 Days: Critical Success Strategies for New Leaders at All Levels
by Michael D. Watkins
Practical advice for new leaders on how to navigate their first three months in a role.
Since its original release, The First 90 Days has become the bestselling globally acknowledged bible of leadership and career transitions. In this updated and expanded 10th anniversary edition, ... (Goodreads)
Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies
by James C. Collins
Analysis of successful companies and their long-term strategies, identifying key habits and practices that lead to enduring success.
"This is not a book about charismatic visionary leaders. It is not about visionary product concepts or visionary products or visionary market insights. Nor is it about just having a corporate vision. ... (Goodreads)
Developing the Leader Within You
by John C. Maxwell
A guide to discovering one's leadership potential and developing it.
Developing the Leader Within You is Dr. Maxwell’s first and most enduring leadership book, having sold more than one million copies. In this Christian Leaders Series edition of this Maxwell classic, ... (Goodreads)
Execution: The Discipline of Getting Things Done
by Larry Bossidy
A guide to effective execution of business strategies, emphasizing on leadership, people, and processes.
"Execution, may very well be the best business book of the year, and one of the most useful to have come around in a long time. This smart and pithy book focuses on a simple though vexing challenge: ... (Goodreads)
First, Break All the Rules: What the World's Greatest Managers Do Differently
by Marcus Buckingham
Analysis of top managers to uncover the secrets of their success.
Gallup presents the remarkable findings of its revolutionary study of more than 80,000 managers in First, Break All the Rules, revealing what the world’s greatest managers do differently. With vital ... (Goodreads)
Raving Fans: A Revolutionary Approach to Customer Service
by Kenneth H. Blanchard
A guide to creating loyal customers by providing exceptional customer service and exceeding expectations.
Written in the parable style of The One Minute Manager, Raving Fans uses a brilliantly simple and charming story to teach how to define a vision, learn what a customer really wants, institute ... (Barnes & Noble)
The One Minute Manager
by Kenneth H. Blanchard
A practical guide to improving productivity and motivation through effective management.
For more than twenty years, millions of managers in Fortune 500 companies and small businesses nationwide have followed The One Minute Manager 's techniques, thus increasing their productivity, job ... (Goodreads)
Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't
by James C. Collins
A guide to building a successful company, examining the practices and values of leading organizations.
To find the keys to greatness, Collins's 21-person research team read and coded 6,000 articles, generated more than 2,000 pages of interview transcripts and created 384 megabytes of computer data in ... (Goodreads)
The Personal MBA: Master the Art of Business
by Josh Kaufman
A comprehensive guide to business principles and practices, providing practical insights and tools for success in the business world.
Master the fundamentals, hone your business instincts, and save a fortune in tuition. The consensus is clear: MBA programs are a waste of time and money. Even the elite schools offer outdated ... (Goodreads)
Rework
by Jason Fried
A guide to starting and running a successful business with unconventional advice and practical tips.
Most business books give you the same old advice: Write a business plan, study the competition, seek investors, yadda yadda. If you're looking for a book like that, put this one back on the shelf. ... (Goodreads)
The Warren Buffett Way
by Robert G. Hagstrom
A comprehensive guide to the investment strategies and philosophies of Warren Buffett, one of the most successful investors in history.
"Simply the most important new stock book of the 1990s, to date. Buy it and read it." -Kenneth L. Fisher Forbes The runaway bestseller-updated with new material included for the first time! "The ... (Goodreads)
The Dilbert Principle: A Cubicle's-Eye View of Bosses, Meetings, Management Fads & Other Workplace Afflictions
by Scott Adams
A satirical take on the absurdities of corporate culture, featuring the iconic Dilbert comic strip.
The creator of Dilbert , the fastest-growing comic strip in the nation (syndicated in nearly 1000 newspapers), takes a look at corporate America in all its glorious lunacy. Lavishly illustrated with ... (Goodreads)
The Checklist Manifesto: How to Get Things Right
by Atul Gawande
A guide to better decision-making, exploring the power of checklists in various fields.
The, New York Times, bestselling author of, Better, and, Complications, reveals the surprising power of the ordinary checklist We live in a world of great and increasing complexity, where even the ... (Goodreads)
The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement
by Eliyahu M. Goldratt
A business novel that follows a manufacturing plant's attempts to optimize production.
Written in a fast-paced thriller style,, The Goal, is the gripping novel which is transforming management thinking throughout the Western world. Alex Rogo is a harried plant manager working ever more ... (Goodreads)
Multipliers: How the Best Leaders Make Everyone Smarter
by Liz Wiseman
Leaders who amplify the intelligence and capabilities of their team create a culture of growth and innovation.
Are you a genius or a genius, maker,? We've all had experience with two dramatically different types of leaders. The first type drain intelligence, energy, and capability from the ones around them ... (Goodreads)
The Speed of Trust: The One Thing that Changes Everything
by Stephen M.R. Covey
A guide to building trust in relationships, teams, and organizations.
From Stephen R. Covey's eldest son comes a revolutionary new path towards productivity and satisfaction. Trust, says Stephen M.R. Covey, is the very basis of the new global economy, and he shows how ... (Goodreads)
Leaders Eat Last
by Simon Sinek
Explores the power of trust and how leaders can create a real connection with their teams.
The highly anticipated follow-up to Simon Sinek’s global bestseller, Start with Why, Simon Sinek is an optimist, a visionary thinker, and a leader of the cultural revolution of WHY. His second book ... (Goodreads)
Turn the Ship Around!: A True Story of Turning Followers into Leaders
by L. David Marquet
A former submarine commander's account of transforming a failing organization into one of success.
"Leadership should mean giving control rather than taking control and creating leaders rather than forging followers." David Marquet, an experienced Navy officer, was used to giving orders. As newly ... (Goodreads)
The Effective Executive: The Definitive Guide to Getting the Right Things Done
by Peter F. Drucker
A guide to becoming an effective executive by focusing on time management, decision-making, and prioritization.
What makes an effective executive?, The measure of the executive, Peter F. Drucker reminds us, is the ability to "get the right things done." This usually involves doing what other people have ... (Goodreads)
The Essential Drucker
by Peter F. Drucker
A collection of Peter Drucker's most influential writings on management, leadership, and business strategy.
Father of modern management, social commentator, and preeminent business philosopher, Peter F. Drucker analyzed economics and society for more than sixty years. Now for readers everywhere who are ... (Barnes & Noble)
Setting the Table: The Transforming Power of Hospitality in Business
by Danny Meyer
A renowned restaurateur shares his philosophy on hospitality and how it can transform businesses.
The bestselling business book from award-winning restauranteur Danny Meyer, of Union Square Cafe, Gramercy Tavern, and Shake Shack Seventy-five percent of all new restaurant ventures fail, and of ... (Goodreads)
The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don't Work and What to Do About It
by Michael E. Gerber
A guide to harnessing the power of entrepreneurial thinking to create a thriving small business.
E-Myth \ 'e-,'mith\ n 1: the entrepreneurial myth: the myth that most people who start small businesses are entrepreneurs 2: the fatal assumption that an individual who understands the technical work ... (Goodreads)
Gung Ho!
by Kenneth H. Blanchard
A humorous and insightful story about a failing American car plant that turns around with the help of a Japanese management style.
Here is an invaluable management tool that outlines foolproof ways to increase productivity by fostering excellent morale in the workplace. It is a must-read for everyone who wants to stay on top in ... (Barnes & Noble)
Jack: Straight from the Gut
by Jack Welch
Autobiography of Jack Welch, former CEO of General Electric, detailing his leadership style and business strategies.
Nearly 20 years ago, former General Electric CEO Reg Jones walked into Jack Welch's office and wrapped him in a bear hug. "Congratulations, Mr. Chairman", said Reg. It was a defining moment for ... (Goodreads)
Moneyball: The Art of Winning an Unfair Game
by Michael Lewis
How an unconventional approach to baseball changed the competitive landscape.
Billy Beane, general manager of MLB's Oakland A's and protagonist of Michael Lewis's Moneyball , had a problem: how to win in the Major Leagues with a budget that's smaller than that of nearly every ... (Goodreads)
Death by Meeting: A Leadership Fable… about Solving the Most Painful Problem in Business
by Patrick Lencioni
A business parable about the pitfalls of poorly-run meetings and how to create effective meetings.
Casey McDaniel had never been so nervous in his life., In just ten minutes, The Meeting, as it would forever be known, would begin. Casey had every reason to believe that his performance over the ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Starfish and the Spider: The Unstoppable Power of Leaderless Organizations
by Ori Brafman
Examines the decentralized structure of leaderless organizations and how they can be more effective than traditional hierarchical structures.
If you cut off a spider’s leg, it’s crippled; if you cut off its head, it dies. But if you cut off a starfish’s leg it grows a new one, and the old leg can grow into an entirely new starfish. What’s ... (Goodreads)
Principles: Life and Work
by Ray Dalio
A practical guide to achieving success through self-awareness and understanding of life principles.
Ray Dalio, one of the world’s most successful investors and entrepreneurs, shares the unconventional principles that he’s developed, refined, and used over the past forty years to create unique ... (Goodreads)
Radical Candor: Be a Kick-Ass Boss Without Losing Your Humanity
by Kim Malone Scott
A guide to leading with empathy, creating an environment of honesty and compassion.
* New York Times, and, Wall Street Journal, bestseller multiple years running,* Translated into 20 languages, with more than half a million copies sold worldwide,* A Hudson and Indigo Best Book of ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Coaching Habit: Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever
by Michael Bungay Stanier
Strategies for effective leadership, emphasizing the power of asking questions.
Look for Michael’s new book,, The Advice Trap, which focuses on taming your Advice Monster so you can stay curious a little longer and change the way you lead forever. In Michael Bungay Stanier's The ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Damned Utd
by David Peace
A fictionalized account of Brian Clough's tumultuous 44-day tenure as manager of Leeds United in 1974.
Told from Clough's point of view, the novel is written as his stream of consciousness as he tries and fails to impose his will on a team he inherited from his bitter rival, Don Revie , and whose ... (Wikipedia)
The Toyota Way: 14 Management Principles from the World's Greatest Manufacturer
by Jeffrey K. Liker
A comprehensive guide to Toyota's management philosophy and principles, emphasizing continuous improvement and respect for people.
"This book will give you an understanding of what has made Toyota successful and some practical ideas that you can use to develop your own approach to business."–Gary Convis, Managing Office of ... (Goodreads)
Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose
by Tony Hsieh
A business leader's journey from success to significance, showing how to build a corporate culture of happiness.
You want to learn about the path that we took at Zappos to get to over $1 billion in gross merchandise sales in less than ten years. You want to learn about the path I took that eventually led me to ... (Goodreads)
The Halo Effect: And the Eight Other Business Delusions That Deceive Managers
by Philip M. Rosenzweig
Debunks common business myths and warns against relying on oversimplified formulas for success.
Much of our business thinking is shaped by delusions – errors of logic and flawed judgments that distort our understanding of the real reasons for a company's performance. In a brilliant and ... (Goodreads)
The Five Temptations of a CEO: A Leadership Fable
by Patrick Lencioni
A story of a CEO who learns to overcome the five common temptations that can lead to failure in leadership.
Absorbing, compelling, and utterly memorable, The Five Temptations of a CEO is like no other business book that's come before. Author Patrick Lencioni–noted screenplay writer and sought-after ... (Goodreads)
Business Adventures
by John Brooks
Classic stories of the inner workings of some of America's most influential companies.
This business classic written by longtime New Yorker contributor John Brooks is an insightful and engaging look into corporate and financial life in America. What do the $350 million Ford Motor ... (Goodreads)
Team of Teams: New Rules of Engagement for a Complex World
by Stanley McChrystal
Exploring the challenges of leading and managing in a world of complexity, uncertainty, and rapid change.
The retired four-star general and and bestselling author of, My Share of the Task, shares a powerful new leadership model As commander of Joint Special Operations Command (JSOC), General Stanley ... (Goodreads)
The Ideal Team Player: How to Recognize and Cultivate The Three Essential Virtues
by Patrick Lencioni
A guide to identifying and developing the three key virtues of an ideal team player: humility, hunger, and people smarts.
In his classic book,, The Five Dysfunctions of a Team, Patrick Lencioni laid out a groundbreaking approach for tackling the perilous group behaviors that destroy teamwork. Here he turns his focus to ... (Goodreads)
Business Model Generation
by Alexander Osterwalder
A guide to crafting business models and creating new sources of value.
Business Model Generation is a practical, inspiring handbook for anyone striving to improve a business model or craft a new one. 1) Change the way you think about business models Business Model ... (Goodreads)
The 360 Degree Leader: Developing Your Influence from Anywhere in the Organization
by John C. Maxwell
A guide to leading from any position in an organization, emphasizing the importance of influence and relationships.
Learn how to lead with maximum impact, regardless of your position, through this masterclass distillation of John C. Maxwell's thirty years of experience teaching people how to make a significant ... (Barnes & Noble)
Only the Paranoid Survive. Lessons from the CEO of INTEL Corporation
by Andrew S. Grove
A guide to navigating the rapidly changing business world, emphasizing the importance of adaptability and a willingness to take risks.
The President and CEO of Intel, the world's largest chipmaker, reveals how to identify and exploit the key moments of change in any industry that generates either drastic failure or incredible ... (Goodreads)
The Advantage: Why Organizational Health Trumps Everything Else in Business
by Patrick Lencioni
How to create a healthy organization by improving communication, collaboration, and commitment.
There is a competitive advantage out there, arguably more powerful than any other. Is it superior strategy? Faster innovation? Smarter employees? No, New York Times best-selling author, Patrick ... (Goodreads)
Alex Ferguson: My Autobiography
by Alex Ferguson
The memoir of one of the most successful football managers in history, detailing his life and career in the sport.
The celebratory, revealing, inspiring, and entertaining autobiography of the greatest manager in the history of British soccer. Over the past four years, Alex Ferguson has been reflecting on and ... (Goodreads)
Swim with the Sharks Without Being Eaten Alive: Outsell, Outmanage, Outmotivate, and Outnegotiate Your Competition
by Harvey MacKay
A guide to succeed in business by mastering the art of selling, managing, motivating, and negotiating.
This straight-from-the-hip handbook by bestselling author and self-made millionaire Harvey Mackay spells out the path to success for readers everywhere. They will learn how to: Outsell by getting ... (Goodreads)
The 5 Levels of Leadership: Proven Steps to Maximize Your Potential
by John C. Maxwell
A guide to developing leadership skills through five levels of personal growth and professional development.
Use this helpful book to learn about the leadership tools to fuel success, grow your team, and become the visionary you were meant to be. True leadership isn't a matter of having a certain job or ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Three Signs of a Miserable Job: A Fable for Managers {and Their Employees}
by Patrick Lencioni
A story about a manager who helps his employees find fulfillment by addressing three key factors that make a job miserable.
A bestselling author and business guru tells how to improve your job satisfaction and performance.In his sixth fable, bestselling author Patrick Lencioni takes on a topic that almost everyone can ... (Goodreads)
Onward: How Starbucks Fought for Its Life without Losing Its Soul
by Howard Schultz
The story of how Starbucks overcame financial struggles while staying true to its values and mission.
In 2008, Howard Schultz, the president and chairman of Starbucks, made the unprecedented decision to return as the CEO eight years after he stepped down from daily oversight of the company and became ... (Goodreads)
The Innovator's Dilemma: The Revolutionary Book that Will Change the Way You Do Business
by Clayton M. Christensen
Examines disruptive innovation and how to manage it in a business setting.
Harvard professor Clayton M. Christensen says outstanding companies can do everything right and still lose their market leadership – or worse, disappear completely. And he not only proves what he ... (Goodreads)
Scrum: The Art of Doing Twice the Work in Half the Time
by Jeff Sutherland
Strategies for boosting productivity and efficiency in the workplace.
In the future, historians may look back on human progress and draw a sharp line designating “before Scrum” and “after Scrum.” Scrum is that ground-breaking. It already drives most of the world’s top ... (Goodreads)
Principles: Summary
by Ray Dalio
Ray Dalio shares his principles for success in life and business, based on his experience as a successful investor and entrepreneur.
Abstract: What follows are three distinct parts that can be read either independently or as a connected whole. Part 1 is about the purpose and importance of having principles in general, having ... (Goodreads)
Fish!: A Remarkable Way to Boost Morale and Improve Results
by Stephen C. Lundin
A novel about the importance of workplace morale and how to boost it.
The powerful parable that has helped millions to see their lives and work in a new way — now revised and updated to celebrate 20 years of working with greater purpose! It's a rainy day in Seattle, ... (Barnes & Noble)
Good to Great and the Social Sectors: A Monograph to Accompany Good to Great
by James C. Collins
Applying the principles of "Good to Great" to non-profit and public organizations, with a focus on leadership and disciplined action.
Building upon the concepts introduced in Good to Great , Jim Collins answers the most commonly asked questions raised by his readers in the social sectors. Using information gathered from interviews ... (Goodreads)
Work Rules!: Insights from Inside Google That Will Transform How You Live and Lead
by Laszlo Bock
An inside look at Google's unique workplace culture, providing insights on how to create a happier and more productive office.
From the visionary head of Google's innovative People Operations comes a groundbreaking inquiry into the philosophy of work-and a blueprint for attracting the most spectacular talent to your business ... (Goodreads)
Reinventing Organizations: A Guide to Creating Organizations Inspired by the Next Stage of Human Consciousness
by Frederic Laloux
A guide to creating organizations that are more soulful, purposeful, and productive. It explores new ways of organizing and leading that are emerging around the world.
FROM THE BACKCOVER The way we manage organizations seems increasingly out of date. Deep inside, we sense that more is possible. We long for soulful workplaces, for authenticity, community, passion, ... (Goodreads)
Measure What Matters
by John E. Doerr
A guide to setting and achieving goals using Objectives and Key Results (OKRs).
The revolutionary movement behind the explosive growth of Intel, Google, Amazon and Uber. , , , With a foreword by Larry Page, and contributions from Bono and Bill Gates.,, Measure What Matters, is ... (Goodreads)
Tribal Leadership: Leveraging Natural Groups to Build a Thriving Organization
by Dave Logan
A guide to understanding and utilizing the power of tribes within organizations to create a successful and thriving workplace culture.
“ Tribal Leadership gives amazingly insightful perspective on how people interact and succeed. I learned about myself and learned lessons I will carry with me and reflect on for the rest of my life.” ... (Goodreads)
The Four Obsessions of an Extraordinary Executive: The Four Disciplines at the Heart of Making Any Organization World Class
by Patrick Lencioni
A guide to achieving organizational success through four key disciplines: building a cohesive leadership team, creating organizational clarity, over-communicating clarity, and reinforcing clarity.
In this stunning follow-up to his best-selling book, The Five Temptations of a CEO, Patrick Lencioni offers up another leadership fable that's every bit as compelling and illuminating as its ... (Goodreads)
It's Your Ship: Management Techniques from the Best Damn Ship in the Navy
by D. Michael Abrashoff
A former Navy captain shares his leadership strategies for creating a high-performing team and achieving organizational success.
The legendary tale of top-down change for anyone trying to navigate today's uncertain business seas. New York Times Bestseller When Captain Abrashoff took over as commander of USS Benfold , it was ... (Goodreads)
The Leadership Challenge
by James M. Kouzes
A practical guide to becoming a better leader and inspiring others.
The most trusted resource on becoming a leader has been completely updated and revised for a new generation. This new edition includes the latest research and case studies, and offers inspiring new ... (Goodreads)
Winning
by Jack Welch
A guide to business success, revealing strategies to gain a competitive edge.
A champion manager of people, Jack Welch shares the hard-earned wisdom of a storied career in what will become the ultimate business bible With Winning, Jack Welch delivers a wide-ranging, in-depth, ... (Goodreads)
Who Says Elephants Can't Dance?: Inside IBM's Historic Turnaround
by Louis V. Gerstner Jr.
The story of how Gerstner turned around IBM in the 1990s, emphasizing customer focus and innovation.
In 1990, IBM had its most profitable year ever. By 1993, the computer industry had changed so rapidly the company was on its way to losing $16 billion and IBM was on a watch list for extinction – ... (Barnes & Noble)
It Worked for Me: In Life and Leadership
by Colin Powell
Lessons learned from a lifetime of leadership, including military and political experiences, with practical advice for personal and professional success.
Colin Powell, one of America’s most admired public figures, reveals the principles that have shaped his life and career in this inspiring and engrossing memoir. A beautiful companion to his previous ... (Barnes & Noble)
The New One Minute Manager
by Kenneth H. Blanchard
A concise guide to effective management, emphasizing the importance of clear communication, goal-setting, and positive reinforcement.
For decades, The One Minute Manager ® has helped millions achieve more successful professional and personal lives. While the principles it lays out are timeless, our world has changed drastically ... (Goodreads)
The Outsiders: Eight Unconventional CEOs and Their Radically Rational Blueprint for Success
by William N. Thorndike Jr.
Examines the unconventional strategies of eight successful CEOs and how they achieved long-term success.
”It is impossible to produce superior performance unless you do something different.” — John Templeton What makes a successful CEO? Most people call to mind a familiar definition: a seasoned manager ... (Goodreads)
Marketing Management
by Philip Kotler
Comprehensive guide to marketing strategies, techniques, and principles for businesses and organizations.
This is the 12th edition of 'Marketing Management' which preserves the strengths of previous editions while introducing new material and structure to further enhance learning. ... (Goodreads)
Remote: Office Not Required
by David Heinemeier Hansson
Argues that remote work is the future and provides practical advice on how to make it work for both employees and employers.
The “work from home” phenomenon is thoroughly explored in this illuminating new book from bestselling 37signals founders Fried and Hansson, who point to the surging trend of employees working from ... (Goodreads)
Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Practice and Principles
by Peter F. Drucker
A guide to innovation and entrepreneurship, exploring the principles and practices of successful business ventures.
The first book to present innovation and entrepreneurship as purposeful and systematic discipline which explains and analyzes the challenges and opportunities of America' s new entrepreneurial ... (Goodreads)
Primal Leadership: Realizing the Power of Emotional Intelligence
by Daniel Goleman
The authors explore how emotional intelligence can be used to create effective leadership, and how leaders can positively impact their organizations.
Looks at the role of emotional intelligence in leadership, discussing the characteristics of a good leader and leadership styles, and outlines the steps to becoming an effective leader. ... (Goodreads)
The Startup Owner's Manual: The Step-By-Step Guide for Building a Great Company
by Steve Blank
A comprehensive guide for entrepreneurs to build and scale successful startups, with practical advice and real-world examples.
Now a decade after the Four Steps to the Epiphany sparked the Lean Startup revolution, comes its sequel… The Startup Owner's Manual The Manual incorporates 10 years of learning and best practices ... (Goodreads)
The Virgin Way: How to Listen, Learn, Laugh and Lead
by Richard Branson
Richard Branson shares his leadership philosophy and experiences, emphasizing the importance of creativity, innovation, and fun in business.
While building the Virgin Group over forty years, Richard Branson has never shied away from seemingly outlandish challenges that others (including his own colleagues on several occasions) considered ... (Goodreads)
High Output Management
by Andrew S. Grove
An essential guide to managing people and processes to achieve maximum productivity.
In this legendary business book and Silicon Valley staple, the former chairman and CEO of Intel shares his perspective on how to build and run a company. A practical handbook for navigating real-life ... (Barnes & Noble)
The Icarus Deception: How High Will You Fly?
by Seth Godin
The Icarus Deception challenges readers to embrace their creativity and take risks in order to achieve success in today's changing world.
In Seth Godin’s most inspiring book, he challenges readers to find the courage to treat their work as a form of art, Everyone knows that Icarus’s father made him wings and told him not to fly too ... (Barnes & Noble)
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