2023 was a big year for small business books. Whether you were looking for advice on starting a business, growing a business, or managing a business, there was a book for you. We’ve rounded up the best small business books of 2023, so you can start 2024 off on the right foot.
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The Lean Startup: How Today’s Entrepreneurs Use Continuous Innovation to Create Radically Successful Businesses by Eric Ries
If you’re starting a business, The Lean Startup is a must-read. The book provides a framework for starting a business with limited resources and maximizing your chances of success. The Lean Startup is based on the principle of “continuous innovation,” which means constantly testing and iterating on your product or service to ensure that it is the best it can be. This approach has been used by some of the most successful startups in recent years, including Airbnb, Dropbox, and Instagram.
The E-Myth Revisited: Why Most Small Businesses Don’t Work and What to Do About It by Michael E. Gerber
The E-Myth Revisited is a classic small business book that has helped countless entrepreneurs grow and scale their businesses. The book is based on the premise that most small businesses are started by “technicians” who are good at what they do, but don’t have the skills or knowledge to run a successful business. The E-Myth Revisited provides practical advice on how to overcome this common obstacle and build a successful business.
The Innovator’s Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail by Clayton M. Christensen
The Innovator’s Dilemma is a must-read for any entrepreneur who is looking to create a disruptive innovation. The book examines why some companies are able to successfully innovate while others fail. The Innovator’s Dilemma is based on the concept of “disruptive innovation,” which is a new technology or business model that creates a new market and eventually displaces an existing one. Christensen provides a framework for how to identify and capitalize on disruptive innovations.
The Outsiders: Eight Unconventional CEOs and Their Radically Rational Blueprint for Success by William N. Thorndike
The Outsiders is a great book for entrepreneurs who are looking for an unconventional approach to business. The book profiles eight successful CEOs who have achieved radical growth by thinking outside the box. The CEOs profiled in The Outsiders have one thing in common: they all took a “contrarian” approach to business. They rejected the conventional wisdom and pursued their own unique vision for success.
The Lean Entrepreneur: How to Accomplish More by Doing Less by Brant Cooper
The Lean Entrepreneur is a great book for entrepreneurs who want to learn how to be more productive and get more done in less time. The book is based on the principle of “lean startup,” which is a methodology for starting and growing a business with limited resources. The Lean Entrepreneur provides practical advice on how to apply the lean startup methodology to your own business.
The Millionaire Fastlane: Crack the Code to Wealth and Live Rich for a Lifetime by M.J. DeMarco
The Millionaire Fastlane is a great book for entrepreneurs who are looking for an alternative to the traditional “9-to-5″ lifestyle. The book is based on the principle of “the fastlane,” which is a lifestyle that is focused on wealth creation. The Millionaire Fastlane provides practical advice on how to create wealth through entrepreneurship.
The Startup Owner’s Manual: The Step-By-Step Guide for Building a Great Company by Steve Blank
The Startup Owner’s Manual is a must-read for any entrepreneur who is looking to start a company. The book provides a step-by-step guide for starting a business, from ideation to launch. The Startup Owner’s Manual is based on the author’s “customer development” methodology, which is a process for developing and validating a business idea.
The Power of Broke: How Empty Pockets, a Tight Budget, and a Hunger for Success Can Become Your Greatest Competitive Advantage by Daymond John
The Power of Broke is a great book for entrepreneurs who are looking for an edge. The book is based on the principle that “broke” is a state of mind, not a state of bank account. The Power of Broke provides practical advice on how to use your “broke” mindset to your advantage.
