Shoe Dog
Phil Knight
In this candid and insightful memoir, Phil Knight, the founder of Nike, shares the remarkable story of building one of the world's most iconic and successful brands. From his early travels and "Crazy Idea" to the challenges and triumphs of creating a global empire, Shoe Dog offers a rare glimpse into the mind of a visionary and the relentless pursuit of a dream.
The Unfair Advantage
Ash Ali
Discover your unfair advantages and leverage them to achieve startup success. This book challenges the myth of meritocracy and provides a framework for understanding and utilizing your unique strengths to gain a competitive edge in the business world.
The 7 Day Startup
Dan Norris
Learn how to launch a startup in just 7 days! This book provides a practical guide to getting your business off the ground quickly, based on the author's experiences with both failures and successes. Discover how to validate your idea, build a website, market your business, and land paying customers in a single week.
Brewing Up a Business
Sam Calagione
An inspiring and unconventional guide to building a successful business from the founder of Dogfish Head Craft Brewery. Sam Calagione shares his unique approach to entrepreneurship, emphasizing passion, innovation, and a willingness to embrace risk. Discover the defining moments in Dogfish Head's corporate evolution and learn how to create a brand that stands for quality and distinction.
The $100 Startup
Chris Guillebeau
Discover how to create a fulfilling and profitable business with minimal investment. This book provides a blueprint for turning your passion into profit, achieving financial freedom, and designing a life on your own terms. Learn from real-life examples of individuals who have successfully launched microbusinesses and reinvented their careers.
Bad Blood
John Carreyrou
A gripping account of the rise and fall of Theranos, a Silicon Valley startup that promised to revolutionize blood testing, and the dark secrets that led to its downfall. Explore the ambition, deception, and hubris behind one of the biggest corporate scandals in recent history.
Losing My Virginity
Richard Branson
An intimate and revealing autobiography of Richard Branson, the iconic entrepreneur behind the Virgin Group. From his early ventures to building a global brand, Branson shares his unique philosophy on business, success, and life, offering a behind-the-scenes look at his daring adventures and the challenges he overcame.
My Life and Work
Henry Ford
An autobiography of Henry Ford, in collaboration with Samuel Crowther, detailing Ford's life, his business philosophy, and the principles behind the Ford Motor Company's success. It offers insights into manufacturing, wages, and the role of business in society.