5 Books Every Entrepreneur Should Read in 2017

They say you are what you read. If your goal is to turn your startup company into a successful business, the best place to start is with the following books. These books will give you the advice you need in order to get you on the right path.

1) The Power of Broke by Daymond John

Daymond John, Shark Tank star and founder of FUBU, explains how starting a business with limited resources is a competitive advantage, and not a liability.

2) Grit by Andela Duckworth

Psychologist Angela Duckworth draws from her own story to support her hypothesis that passion and perseverance drives success, not “genius”.

3) Tools of Titans by Tim Ferriss

In his latest book, entrepreneur and strategist Tim Ferriss shares the productivity secrets of the more than 200 “world-class performers” he has interviewed on his podcast.

4) Shoe Dog by Phil Knight

In Shoe Dog, Phil Knight gives an inside look at his entrepreneurial journey and how he turned his startup, Nike, into the global brand it is today.

5) Originals by Adam Grant

Author and professor Adam Grant explains how people can reject conformity and improve the status quo by generative creative, original ideas.