The 5 business books I’d wish I’d written
If you, like me, enjoy reading and learning new concepts there are some amazing business books out there. Whatever your interest, passion or business struggle, someone has probably written a book on it! You can learn from the best and bring in practical solutions to improve your finances, personal brand, time management and your business growth.
Whether you’re a fan of the traditional hardback or paperback or prefer to use Audible or Kindle for your reading pleasure, there is so much to read, hear and learn.
Here are the 5 business books that I would recommend and wish I’d written.
Rich Dad, Poor Dad – Robert Kiyosaki
This was the first business book I ever read and definitely the most influential. It totally changed my thinking about my finances and how I could use money to my advantage. Written in story form, Rich Dad Poor Dad is Robert’s story of growing up with two dads his real father and the father of his best friend the rich dad. One had gone through the full education system and worked in the public sector, the other had left school at 16 and had set up multiple businesses. The book highlights the ways in which both men shaped his thoughts about money and investing. The book challenges the myth that you need to earn a high income to be rich and explains the key concept and difference of working for money and having your money work for you.
Key Person of Influence – Daniel Priestley
This book made me think about how I come across to others and how I can improve my personal brand and networking opportunities. Whatever industry you’re in, there are always those ‘go-to’ people or Key People of Influence. Their names come up in conversation. They attract opportunities. They earn more money. This book is a practical guide to show you how you can be that person in your sector. It provides a workable, five-step strategy for super charging your way to the heart of your industry and succeeding through your ability to influence.
Think and Grow Rich for Women – Sharon Lechter
Admittedly, I struggled to read the original Napoleon Hill classic ‘Think and Grow Rich’ and was reluctant to read a book aimed solely at women. However, it was so worth it. This book takes all of the classic 13 Steps but is updated and put into a modern context, with case studies of some amazing and inspiring women. From Maya Angelou to Condoleeza Rice, J. K. Rowling to Oprah Winfrey. Dare to be inspired and find your own master plan. Sharon Lechter also co-wrote the ‘Rich Dad, Poor Dad’ series, so I’m not surprised that I appreciate her work as an author.
The 4-Hour Work Week – Timothy Ferris
This book was recommended to me by a business contact and has saved me at least an hour of time a day! This book outlines a blue print for living your life now, escaping the rat race, travelling the world in style, earning a monthly five-figure income with minimal management, or simply living more and working less. The updated version includes more than 50 practical tips and case studies from readers (including families) who have used the original book as a starting point for their life overhaul.
Life Leverage – Rob Moore
Having met Rob, his success and enthusiasm are infectious and this book encapsulates how he does it without burning himself out. Life Leverage means taking control of your life, easily balancing your work and free time, making the most money with the minimum time input and wastage, and living a happier and more fulfilling life. This book shows you how you can get more done, faster and easier than you ever thought possible and the key tips for delegation, outsourcing and maintaining a globally mobile life. I dare you not to come away with a plan to change your working life and a new sense of energy.
To summarise:
You don’t need to make your own mistakes, you can learn from others who have been there and done it already. Reading 10 pages a day of a good book can expand your knowledge and learning exponentially. Why not start today?
