In the real time era of social media it can be difficult to find resources that capture today’s rapidly changing landscape while sharing widely applicable principles.
Here are the three must-read books:
1. Rework by Jason Fried
If you are entrepreneurial and find yourself in an organization that’s either large or slow-moving this book will both encourage and embolden you to continue to push towards change.
Read the reviews on Amazon here.
2. Small is the New Big by Seth Godin
A collection of short blog posts that capture the post-industrial era philosophical shifts and will help you get an overall view of the new landscape.
Read the reviews on Amazon here.
3. Making Ideas Happen by Scott Belsky
Once you are serious about leading change the question changes from “How do I get things done?” to “How do I get the right things done?” This book will help you answer the second question.
Read the reviews on Amazon here.
What books would you say are must-reads for entrepreneurial minded leaders?
I would add one of the two books by the Heath brothers.
Made to Stick – Because communication is so essential to leading change.
http://www.amazon.com/Made-Stick-Ideas-Survive-Others/dp/1400064287
Switch – Provides a practical framework on how to lead others through change.
http://www.amazon.ca/Switch-Change-Things-When-Hard/dp/0307357279
yes–so many people mention of refer to one of those these days. great suggestions.
Good suggestions. Thanks. There are so many good books out there. It’s helpful to have it boiled down to a few essentials.
thanks christin!