7 Books That Every Beginner Entrepreneur Should Read

You are considering launching your small business or have launched your startup recently. However, you have some hesitations. No worries we got your back with 7 book suggestions from our bookshelf.

Social media profile pages are full of co-founder or founder titles nowadays. Tik Tok and Youtube are both full of “tips and tricks” content for newly established small businesses. Finally, it is now your turn to start your own project. However, since you are in the beginning phase, you might lack experience and network. If this is the scenario, you will need more than social content to build your vision of your business.

We totally get it! Creating a business requires a variety of knowledge, experience, and a lot of motivation. We were in your shoes while trying to launch Peanuts & Pink Clouds. Unfortunately, it was not always easy for us to find good advice around. Books became our S.O.S. mentor in the process.

One tricky part of the deal was choosing the right books to read. So, to prevent you from consuming your energy for anything other than your business itself, we listed the key books that can guide you in your new journey. Have a look at our top 7 picks for early entrepreneurs:

1. For The Entrepreneurs Who Want a Playbook

The Young Entrepreneur's Guide to Starting and Running a Business

If you need a step by step guide type of book, here you have it! Don’t get confused by the name because this book is for every prospective entrepreneur regardless of their age. It lays out each piece of the puzzle of a strong business and encourages turning your interests into a business. It is easy to follow and showcases real life examples.

2. For The Entrepreneurs Who Need Some Motivation:

The 100$ Startup

You have a dream but you also have your doubts about it. Especially when it comes to the investment amount, your doubts become your fears. Luckily, the author Chris Guillebeau has his tricks, curated examples, and data to share with you. He leaves no room for excuses not to start your own business despite the limited resources. “Easy to understand language” of this book is a big bonus.

3. For The Entrepreneurs Who Look For Inspiration:

Start with Why

One of the most favorite classics of many leaders in the business world. After a very successful TED Talk, Simon Sinek turned his ideas in his speech into a book: Start with Why. By digging deep into the success of Apple’s strategy, this book introduces the concept of ‘Golden Circle’. It is an approach that proposes the question ‘why’ should be at the center of everything. Sinek argues that many leaders can inspire action and move people together with them to achieve their goals.

4. For The Entrepreneurs Who are Curious about What to Expect:

Who Moved My Cheese

No business is all sunshine and rainbows. You need to be ready for challenges and one of the biggest ones of them all can be about being flexible and ready for the changes in your direction of the business. If you want to stay realistic in the business domain, this book is essential for your library.

5. For The Entrepreneurs Who Struggle With Negotiation:

Never Split the Difference

This book is surprisingly written by someone out of the business field, former FBI agent Chris Voss. He spills the tea on the negotiation tactics FBI benefits to save lives. As an entrepreneur, you will always have to persuade your suppliers, customers, or employees about something you want to achieve. Business school theories might not be enough in practical real life. At this point, you can confidently give a chance to Never Split the Difference both for your entrepreneurial and personal life.

6. For The Entrepreneurs Who Desire Better Communication Skills

How to Win Friends and Influence People in the Digital Age

This book is the uplifted version of the popular 1998 book, How to Win Friends and Influence People. The author, Dale Carnegie’s timeless recommendations and advice are adapted into the modern world. If you are a bookworm of entrepreneurship, you might be familiar with some stories such as Zappos in the book, but it is still helpful to remind yourself of some values in the structure of Carnegie’s work.

7. For The Entrepreneurs Who Fancy Brand

Building a StoryBrand

Creating a brand is about conveying the key message of your service or product in a relatable way to your audience. Donald Miller’s book simplifies the steps of attracting consumers with your message for every type of business. Through his engaging writing style, Miller will even make you reconsider what you write on your website’s header.