Time and time again, we, business owners, experience seasons of excitement as well as doubts. Sometimes these cycles of emotions happen during ordinary days and at other times, when our brands reach critical moments.
Staying motivated is essential as an entrepreneur because it keeps your business afloat even during trying times. And allowing ourselves to be demotivated without a way to bounce back guarantees the nonfulfillment of dreams in being financially free.
While most of our peers suggest taking a break or reading articles online to re-motivate our entrepreneurial spirit, there are still a lot of resources that offer unique insights through traditional mediums such as books.
The best thing about discovering news concepts that you can’t easily find elsewhere is that these eureka moments cause an influx of dopamine which could get you into a rush of excitement. With that said, here are books you should read to motivate yourself as an entrepreneur.
1. The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
As the title says, this book is a self-improvement manual on how to increase your focus and efficiency at work and home. Overall, this book is one of the best of all time when it comes to providing insights about motivation and direction.
2. Tools of Titans by Tim Ferriss
This book just has 673 pages making it a long read. But what makes it really worth your buck is that it contains the strategies, secrets, and insights from over 100 successful people and how they used these assets to get to where they are now.
3. How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
People skills are an attribute that business owners should have to be successful. Without one, an entrepreneur wouldn’t be able to make meaningful partnerships, earn loyal customers, and create brand advocates. But this book isn’t just about those, in Dale Carnegie’s work, you’ll find tactics on how to take leadership roles as well as motivate your subordinates.
4. The Lean Startup by Eric Reis
Out with the old and in with the new. That is the message this book wants you to understand. Instead of relying on traditional methods for launching a venture such as waiting for the breakeven point, The Lean Startup teaches you the scientific methods of how to successfully start a business. In summary, Eric Reis will tell you how to avoid wasting money and experiencing months of frustration due to a failed startup.
5. The Hard Thing About Things: Building a Business When There Are No Easy Answers by Ben Horowitz
There are times when we just can’t apply what we learn around us. It’s probably due to our attitude or habits about dealing with things as an entrepreneur. Ben Horowitz takes a different approach.
In his book, he will give you practical and provocative insights on how to address your core issues as an entrepreneur and the harsh reality you’ll face in a fierce and competitive market. Business owners who have purchased this book say that it has helped them make the best decisions in any situation. Even during times of intense pressure and stress.
Reading a book every day is one of the best habits you can develop as an entrepreneur. It helps you relax and reduce stress while teaching you valuable lessons in the world of business. I suggest making a monthly commitment of reading at least 3 books.
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