Top 5 Motivational Books Every Entrepreneur Should Read

As an entrepreneur, it’s easy to get bogged down in the day-to-day and lose sight of your goals. When you’re feeling lost or uninspired, a good motivational book can be just the thing you need to pick yourself up and get back on track. There are many great motivational books out there, but not all of them will resonate with every entrepreneur.

 To help you find the perfect fit for your needs, we’ve compiled a list of our top 5 motivational books for entrepreneurs. From classics like “The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People” to more modern reads like “The Lean Startup,” there’s something on this list for everyone.

The Lean Startup: How Today’s Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses by Eric Ries

The Lean Startup is a how-to guide for entrepreneurs who want to create successful businesses. The book argues that the best way to create a successful business is to use continuous innovation to create new products and services. The book provides detailed instructions on how to use lean startup principles to build a successful business.

Pay It Forward: How One Simple Idea Can Change Your Life and Maybe Even the World by Catherine Ryan Hyde

In Pay It Forward, Catherine Ryan Hyde tells the story of Trevor McKinney, a young boy who comes up with the idea of "paying it forward." Trevor's teacher assigns his class to come up with an idea that could change the world, and Trevor comes up with the idea of paying good deeds forward instead of just returning them. The book follows Trevor as he tries to put his idea into action and sees the impact it has on his life and the lives of those around him.

The book is ultimately about the power of kindness and how one simple act can have a ripple effect that extends far beyond our own personal lives. As entrepreneurs, we often get so caught up in our own work and goals that we can forget about the importance of being kind to others. This book is a reminder that even the smallest act of kindness can make a big difference in the world.

Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose by Tony Hsieh

In his book, Tony Hsieh shares the story of how he created one of the most successful companies of our time by following his passion for customer service and happiness. He shows how businesses can create a cycle of happiness and profit by making their customers and employees happy. This book is a must-read for any entrepreneur who wants to create a lasting, successful business.

First Things First: To Do List for Living by Stephen Covey

In "First Things First", Stephen Covey teaches the importance of prioritize your life using a "To Do List." This list should include things that are most important to you, not just things that are urgent. By taking the time to prioritize your life, you can achieve greater balance and success.

Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Mot

What motivates us to achieve our goals? Is it the prospect of fame and fortune? The desire to make a difference in the world? Or is it something more basic, like the need to feel competent and connected?

According to recent research, it's the latter. In fact, one of the most surprising things about motivation is that extrinsic rewards like money and awards are often not as effective as we think they are. Instead, it's our intrinsic drives – the things that make us feel competent, autonomous, and related to others – that really keep us going.

Conclusion

If you're an entrepreneur, it's important to stay motivated. After all, running your own business can be tough and there will be times when you feel like giving up. That's why we've put together a list of the top 5 motivational books every entrepreneur should read.

These books will inspire you to keep going even when the going gets tough and show you that anything is possible if you set your mind to it. So make sure you add them to your reading list!