Os melhores 61 livros sobre Small Businesses

Small businesses play a crucial role in our economy, showcasing innovation, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit. Our carefully selected list of books on this topic delves into the challenges, strategies, and successes of small business owners, offering valuable insights for both budding entrepreneurs and seasoned business professionals.

Explore our collection to gain practical advice, learn from real-life experiences, and navigate the complexities of running a small business like a pro. Ready to elevate your business acumen and take your entrepreneurial journey to new heights?

  1. 1The No Asshole Rule

    The No Asshole Rule

    Robert Sutton

    Building a Civilized Workplace and Surviving One That Isn't

    4.0 (247 avaliações)

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    01:19

    Sobre o que é The No Asshole Rule?

    The No Asshole Rule delves into the problem of bullying or aggressive co-workers, who in many cases rise to management positions. Sutton provocatively labels them assholes.

    The book lays out the effect these employees can have on a business, and gives advice on how to develop an asshole-free environment.

    Quem deveria ler The No Asshole Rule?

    • Anyone who wants to learn how to identify and deal with assholes in the workplace
    • Every office worker, whether employee, manager, consultant or intern
    • Anyone who wants to avoid being seen as an asshole
  2. 2Smart People Should Build Things

    Smart People Should Build Things

    Andrew Yang

    How to Restore Our Culture of Achievement, Build a Path for Entrepreneurs, and Create New Jobs in America

    4.3 (49 avaliações)

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    00:58

    Sobre o que é Smart People Should Build Things?

    Smart People Should Build Things explores the dangerous consequences of top students’ career choices in the United States, and offers practical solutions to reset the country’s course toward prosperity by encouraging students to adopt an entrepreneurial attitude. Along the way, the author provides solid advice for budding entrepreneurs on their first adventure into business.

    Quem deveria ler Smart People Should Build Things?

    • Anyone with an entrepreneurial spirit
    • Anyone who wants to initiate positive change in the US economy
    • Anyone with no idea about which career path to choose
  3. 3Traction

    Traction

    Gabriel Weinberg and Justin Mares

    A Start-Up Guide to Getting Customers

    4.0 (102 avaliações)

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    00:53

    Sobre o que é Traction?

    Traction (2014) explains why the success of every start-up depends not only on its products, but on the customer base it builds. Weinberg and Mares present proven methods for gaining customers, and help you choose the best for each growth phase of your company. With a bit of Traction, you’ll win – and develop – the audience your product deserves.

    Quem deveria ler Traction?

    • Founders and business owners
    • Anyone thinking about launching a start-up
    • Marketers and public relations professionals
  4. 4Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits!

    Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits!

    Greg Crabtree and Beverly Blair Harzog

    Four Keys to Unlock Your Business Potential

    4.3 (41 avaliações)

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    01:00

    Sobre o que é Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits!?

    Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits! (2011) outlines the essential, interconnected elements you need to know that affect your company’s longevity and growth. Through a series of simple steps, you can create a more productive workplace to ultimately boost performance and build greater wealth.

    Quem deveria ler Simple Numbers, Straight Talk, Big Profits!?

    • Entrepreneurs thinking about starting a new business
    • Business leaders working for companies in an early growth phase
    • Start-up founders
  5. 5Evergreen

    Evergreen

    Noah Fleming

    Cultivate the Enduring Customer Loyalty That Keeps Your Business Thriving

    4.4 (28 avaliações)

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    00:50

    Sobre o que é Evergreen?

    Evergreen (2015) is about keeping your business fresh and staving off stagnation that threatens its survival. Fleming outlines a philosophy that puts customers at the center of a company’s strategy, challenges conventional business wisdom and offers concrete advice for building long-term profitability.

    Quem deveria ler Evergreen?

    • CEOs and marketing executives at small- and medium-sized businesses who want to rethink their customer relationships
    • Sales directors seeking new ideas
    • Start-up founders who want to build their business right
  6. 6The Automatic Customer

    The Automatic Customer

    John Warrillow

    Creating a Subscription Business in Any Industry

    4.2 (49 avaliações)

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    01:14

    Sobre o que é The Automatic Customer?

    From groceries to ski-slope access to MP3s – today all kinds of businesses operate by subscription, and everyone from giants like Amazon to small local firms are benefitting. The Automatic Customer breaks down the multiple models you can use to tap into the power of subscriptions, explains how to measure your new success, and gives you tips on keeping up the good work.

    Quem deveria ler The Automatic Customer?

    • Entrepreneurs and anyone interested in business
    • Anyone interested in implementing a subscription service
    • Anyone who wants to understand the subscription economy
  7. 7Don't Make Me Think, Revisited

    Don't Make Me Think, Revisited

    Steve Krug

    A Common Sense Approach to Web Usability

    4.3 (137 avaliações)

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    00:54

    Sobre o que é Don't Make Me Think, Revisited?

    Don’t Make Me Think, Revisited (2014) describes the basic principles governing behavior online and explains how you can build a website that delivers a great user experience. Also included is a simple guide to help you test a website at each stage of its development.

    Quem deveria ler Don't Make Me Think, Revisited?

    • Anyone working at a small company with a web presence
    • Web designers, developers and web project managers
    • Anyone who wants to persuade their boss to take usability seriously
  8. 8Clients First

    Clients First

    Joseph Callaway and JoAnn Callaway

    The Two Word Miracle

    4.2 (32 avaliações)

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    00:48

    Sobre o que é Clients First?

    Clients First (2013) reveals how honesty, competence and compassion can become the keys to great success in your company by creating strong and trusting relationships with clients. The authors offer some excellent insights drawn from their own experience, having gone from flat broke to wildly successful real estate agents in just a few years.

    Quem deveria ler Clients First?

    • Anyone working in real estate
    • Any salesperson who wants to maximize their sales
    • Entrepreneurs hoping to implement a more people-centred approach to their business
  9. 9The Startup Playbook

    The Startup Playbook

    David S. Kidder

    Secrets of the Fastest-Growing Startups from Their Founding Entrepreneurs

    3.7 (266 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    00:44

    Sobre o que é The Startup Playbook?

    The Startup-Playbook (2012) gives you business-building tips straight from the founders of some of the world’s biggest start-ups. By conducting interviews with the founders of companies like LinkedIn and Spanx, the author uncovers what you need to do to make it big.

    Quem deveria ler The Startup Playbook?

    • Current and aspiring start-up founders
    • People interested in running a successful business
  10. 10How to Start a Start-up

    How to Start a Start-up

    ThinkApps

    The Silicon Valley Playbook for Entrepreneurs

    3.8 (103 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    00:41

    Sobre o que é How to Start a Start-up?

    How to Start a Start-up (2015) is a practical guide to founding your own company. From pitching for funding to hiring employees, these blinks offer tips, strategies and insights about the first steps a start-up should take to forge a path toward solid, sustainable growth.

    Quem deveria ler How to Start a Start-up?

    • Budding entrepreneurs
    • Business students thinking about their options after completing their degree
    • Anyone interested in what goes on behind the scenes at start-ups
  11. 11SEO 2016

    SEO 2016

    Adam Clarke

    Learn Search Engine OPDimization With Smart Internet Marketing Strategies

    3.9 (41 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    00:59

    Sobre o que é SEO 2016?

    SEO 2016 (2015) is your definitive guide to mastering search engine optimization. These blinks will explain the essential workings of Google’s ranking algorithm and outline strategies to increase your website’s visibility and help you climb higher in search engine rankings.

    Quem deveria ler SEO 2016?

    • Business owners who want to boost their company’s online visibility
    • People interested in digital strategy and marketing
    • Anyone who wants to appear on the first page of a Google search
  12. 12The Power of Broke

    The Power of Broke

    Daymond John with Daniel Paisner

    How Empty Pockets, a Tight Budget, and a Hunger for Success Can Become Your Greatest Competitive Advantage

    4.3 (83 avaliações)

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    00:53

    Sobre o que é The Power of Broke?

    The Power of Broke (2016) reveals how starting a business with a limited budget doesn’t have to be a disadvantage. With the right perspective, one can harness the Power of Broke to produce astounding creativity. With this fresh look at the business world, you’ll stop seeing money – or a lack thereof – as a barrier to entrepreneurship, because the truth is, anyone with the right idea and a can-do attitude can start a business. So what are you waiting for?

    Quem deveria ler The Power of Broke?

    • Entrepreneurs and small business managers
    • Executives and CEOs of large corporations
    • Readers who have an innovative idea for the marketplace
  13. 1380/20 Internet Lead Generation

    80/20 Internet Lead Generation

    Scott A. Dennison

    How A Few Simple, Profitable Strategies Can Lead to Marketplace Domination

    3.9 (97 avaliações)

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    00:50

    Sobre o que é 80/20 Internet Lead Generation?

    80/20 Internet Lead Generation (2015) reveals how your business can take advantage of the internet’s lead generation potential. From SEO to pay-per-click advertising to content creation, simple and actionable strategies are what you’ll need to get your business ahead in the information age.

    Quem deveria ler 80/20 Internet Lead Generation?

    • Small business owners looking to improve their marketing efforts
    • Readers who don’t get how Adwords and Google Analytics work
    • Marketers looking for online tools to complement traditional advertising strategies
  14. 14Nail It then Scale It

    Nail It then Scale It

    Nathan Furr and Paul Ahlstrom

    The Entrepreneur’s Guide to Creating and Managing Breakthrough Innovation

    4.3 (73 avaliações)

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    01:06

    Sobre o que é Nail It then Scale It?

    Nail It then Scale It (2011) is your guide to perfecting your business plan and expanding your company. These blinks outline the process of creating innovative products that solve problems, targeting and communicating with the right markets and refining your strategy before scaling your business.

    Quem deveria ler Nail It then Scale It?

    • Entrepreneurs and anyone who wants to start a business
    • Business owners fed up with traditional economic models
  15. 15Business Execution for Results

    Business Execution for Results

    Stephen Lynch

    A Practical Guide for Leaders of Small to Mid-Sized Firms

    4.4 (77 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    00:54

    Sobre o que é Business Execution for Results?

    Business Execution for Results (2013) is a guide to building a better business. These blinks offer a practical plan for setting appropriate goals and performing the necessary analyses to create a winning business strategy that will lead your company straight to the top.

    Quem deveria ler Business Execution for Results?

    • Business owners and new entrepreneurs
    • Leaders and executives in small to mid-sized companies
  16. 16Growth IQ

    Growth IQ

    Tiffani D. Bova

    Get Smarter About the Choices that Will Make or Break Your Business

    4.3 (114 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    00:58

    Sobre o que é Growth IQ?

    Growth IQ (2018) answers the million-dollar question of how to make your business grow. Full of practical advice, tips and strategies gleaned from today’s top entrepreneurs and their firms, this is the ultimate guide to making smart decisions that’ll help early-stage firms get off the ground or rejuvenate stagnating giants.

    Quem deveria ler Growth IQ?

    • Start-up owners
    • Business strategists
    • Aspiring entrepreneurs and entrepreneurs in a rut
  17. 17Lost and Founder

    Lost and Founder

    Rand Fishkin

    A Painfully Honest Field Guide to the Startup World

    4.2 (125 avaliações)

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    01:17

    Sobre o que é Lost and Founder?

    Lost and Founder (2018) is a hands-on guide to getting your startup off the ground. Written by the founder of a company that’s already made it and packed with cheat codes and hacks, this is the ultimate insider’s playbook of strategies and tactics for struggling founders and would-be innovators.

    Quem deveria ler Lost and Founder?

    • Aspiring startup founders
    • Entrepreneurs looking for insider tips
    • Anyone fascinated by the world of business
  18. 18The Loop Approach

    The Loop Approach

    Sebastian Klein, Ben Hughes

    How to Transform Your Organization from the Inside Out

    3.8 (105 avaliações)

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    00:49

    Sobre o que é The Loop Approach?

    The Loop Approach (2019) presents a systematic approach to the transformation of organizations. Its toolkit of ideas and methods is designed to help even the largest organization change its bad habits, thus enabling it to adapt to the challenges of the future. 

    Quem deveria ler The Loop Approach?

    • Business leaders looking for ways to update their company structures
    • Teams aiming to work more effectively as a group
    • Entrepreneurs wishing to establish organizations that are forward-looking
  19. 19New to Big

    New to Big

    David Kidder, Christina Wallace

    How Companies Can Create Like Entrepreneurs, Invest Like VCs, and Install a Permanent Operating System for Growth

    4.5 (77 avaliações)

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    01:04

    Sobre o que é New to Big?

    New to Big (2019) maps out how established companies can install a supercharged growth model at the heart of their enterprise. By adopting the structure of new start-ups or first-time entrepreneurs, they can fend off stagnation, reignite their creative flair and innovate to solve the problems of the future.

    Quem deveria ler New to Big?

    • CEOs of big organizations facing stagnation
    • Budding innovators looking to save their companies
    • Business journalists seeking to understand the corporate world
  20. 20User Research

    User Research

    Stephanie Marsh

    A Practical Guide to Designing Better Products and Services

    3.8 (81 avaliações)

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    00:57

    Sobre o que é User Research?

    User Research (2018) is a practical how-to guide for entrepreneurs, researchers and managers interested in answering the most important question in business – does your product meet your customers’ needs? Drawing on author Stephanie Marsh’s years of experience in user research, these blinks present the most commonly used methods, clearly describing the advantages and disadvantages of each. 

    Quem deveria ler User Research?

    • Entrepreneurs working on the next big thing
    • Managers looking to optimize their business strategy
    • Researchers investigating user experience testing
  21. 21Founded After 40

    Founded After 40

    Glenda Shawley

    How to start a business when you haven't got time to waste

    3.7 (111 avaliações)

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    01:04

    Sobre o que é Founded After 40?

    Founded After 40 (2017) examines the opportunities and challenges that present themselves to the later-life entrepreneur. Packed with practical advice and illuminating examples, these blinks are an essential guide to starting a thriving business at any age. 

    Quem deveria ler Founded After 40?

    • Mid-lifers seeking new horizons
    • New entrepreneurs looking for advice
    • Small-business owners wanting a fresh perspective
  22. 22How to Have a Happy Hustle

    How to Have a Happy Hustle

    Bec Evans

    The Complete Guide to Making Your Ideas Happen

    4.5 (143 avaliações)

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    01:04

    Sobre o que é How to Have a Happy Hustle?

    How to Have a Happy Hustle (2019) is an empowering guide to making ideas happen. Puncturing the mystique surrounding successful startups, Bec Evans reveals how anyone can grow an idea into a business by starting small, thinking creatively and getting feedback from their target market. Most importantly, by focusing on the process of testing and building an idea, connecting with people, and learning from mistakes a happy hustle redefines success to include personal growth, fulfilment as well as financial gain.

    How to Have a Happy Hustle won the Startup Inspiration category at the Business Book Awards 2020.

    Quem deveria ler How to Have a Happy Hustle?

    • Women who’d love to get into tech but have been put off by the macho culture
    • Aspiring startup founders who lack the confidence, time and money to get started
    • Innovative thinkers itching to introduce their ideas to the world
    • Busy professionals keen to build their entrepreneurial skill set
  23. 23Fix This Next

    Fix This Next

    Mike Michalowicz

    Make the Vital Change That Will Level Up Your Business

    4.4 (154 avaliações)

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    01:13

    Sobre o que é Fix This Next?

    Fix This Next (2020) provides business owners with a simple system to address the key issues preventing their companies from flourishing. Instead of trying to fix every issue at once, it reveals how different components of a business affect each other. It also provides a tool, the Business Hierarchy of Needs, that can help owners identify which issue to tackle first to ensure continual growth and profitability.

    Quem deveria ler Fix This Next?

    • Entrepreneurs struggling to move their businesses forward
    • Managers trying to make a company profitable
    • Overworked business owners hoping to reduce stress
  24. 24See You on the Internet

    See You on the Internet

    Avery Swartz

    Building Your Small Business with Digital Marketing

    4.0 (172 avaliações)

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    00:52

    Sobre o que é See You on the Internet?

    See You on the Internet (2020) is a simple guide to navigating the world of digital marketing. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by the thought of building a website or running an email marketing campaign, See You on the Internet will walk you through planning, implementing, and measuring your digital marketing efforts.

    Quem deveria ler See You on the Internet?

    • Small business owners interested in digital marketing
    • Digital and social media managers
    • People interested in marketing strategy
  25. 25Resilient

    Resilient

    Sevetri Wilson

    How to Overcome Anything and Build a Million Dollar Company

    4.1 (82 avaliações)

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    00:58

    Sobre o que é Resilient?

    Resilient (2021) is an intimate account of entrepreneur Sevetri Wilson’s journey from self-funding her first company to securing ongoing capital for her second. It provides early-stage founders insight into every step of building a business – from initial concept to securing the finances needed to scale.

    Quem deveria ler Resilient?

    • Aspiring entrepreneurs
    • Innovators looking to turn their ideas into marketable solutions
    • Startup founders who need to raise capital
  26. 26Scale for Success

    Scale for Success

    Jan Cavelle

    Expert Insights into Growing Your Business

    4.2 (184 avaliações)

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    01:10

    Sobre o que é Scale for Success?

    Scale for Success (2021) is a guide to turning your small business into a far bigger and more successful enterprise than it is today. From crowdfunding to job descriptions, it covers the ins and outs – and highs and lows – of scaling up any firm.

    Quem deveria ler Scale for Success?

    • Entrepreneurs trying to break into the big league
    • Anyone working at a small business or early-stage start-up
    • Veteran businesspeople interested in mentoring small business owners
  27. 27Testing Business Ideas

    Testing Business Ideas

    David J. Bland, Alexander Osterwalder

    A Field Guide for Rapid Experimentation

    4.4 (155 avaliações)

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    01:11

    Sobre o que é Testing Business Ideas?

    Testing Business Ideas (2021) explores how entrepreneurs can use experimentation to give their new venture the best chance of success. It outlines the rationale behind testing, and describes a framework for deciding how to proceed. 

    Quem deveria ler Testing Business Ideas?

    • Anyone working at a small company or start-up
    • Entrepreneurs hoping to turn their big idea into a profitable venture 
    • Business students looking for fresh insights
  28. 28Self-Made Boss

    Self-Made Boss

    Jackie Reses and Lauren Weinberg

    Advice, Hacks, and Lessons from Small Business Owners

    4.5 (162 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:29

    Sobre o que é Self-Made Boss?

    Self-Made Boss (2022) is a practical starter kit for anyone looking to start a small business. It’s packed with advice and case studies looking at small businesses from across the United States, with step-by-step instructions for turning your great idea into a successful business. 

    Quem deveria ler Self-Made Boss?

    • Small business owners
    • Aspiring entrepreneurs
    • Anyone curious about how brands are built from the ground up
  29. 29New Sales. Simplified.

    New Sales. Simplified.

    Mike Weinberg

    The Essential Handbook for Prospecting and New Business Development

    4.1 (259 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:30

    Sobre o que é New Sales. Simplified.?

    New Sales. Simplified. (2012) is a guide for those charged with finding new business. It takes a look at the fundamentals and offers actionable advice and techniques to the aspiring new business salesperson.

    Quem deveria ler New Sales. Simplified.?

    • New business sales executives
    • Sales managers
    • Account managers and veteran salespeople looking to refresh their skills
  30. 30The Pumpkin Plan

    The Pumpkin Plan

    Mike Michalowicz

    A Simple Strategy to Grow a Remarkable Business in Any Field

    4.3 (221 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:05

    Sobre o que é The Pumpkin Plan?

    The Pumpkin Plan (2012) presents a simple yet powerful strategy to help you grow your business and stand out in any industry. Through real-life examples and practical tips, you’ll learn how to identify and focus on your most profitable clients, streamline your operations, and create a company culture that fuels growth.

    Quem deveria ler The Pumpkin Plan?

    • Owners of small businesses looking to grow
    • Entrepreneurs seeking sustainable success
    • Startup founders needing a roadmap
  31. 31How to Grow Your Small Business

    How to Grow Your Small Business

    Donald Miller

    A 6-Part Strategy to Help Your Business Take Off

    4.6 (212 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    02:15

    Sobre o que é How to Grow Your Small Business?

    How to Grow Your Small Business (2023) is your six-step flight plan to guide your business as it takes off. When Don Miller started to take his business to the next level, he realized no-one had written a reliable, step-by-step playbook for growth. Since then, his small home content business has expanded into a $20 million dollar company, so he wrote the book he wished he’d had. 

    Quem deveria ler How to Grow Your Small Business?

    • Small Business Owners
    • Entrepreneurs 
    • Anyone who spends too much time putting out fires in their business
  32. 32Two Weeks Notice

    Two Weeks Notice

    Amy Porterfield

    Find the Courage to Quit Your Job, Make More Money, Work Where You Want, and Change the World

    4.2 (229 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:11

    Sobre o que é Two Weeks Notice?

    Two Weeks Notice (2023) is your step-by-step guide to launching a successful online business. It provides you with the tools and tricks you need to become your own boss – and gain the creative and financial freedom to live your best life. 

    Quem deveria ler Two Weeks Notice?

    • Newly minted online entrepreneurs and established business owners
    • Courageous women who are ready to be their own boss
    • Anyone fantasizing about ditching their 9-to-5 
  33. 33Third Shift Entrepreneur

    Third Shift Entrepreneur

    Todd Connor

    Keep Your Day Job, Build Your Dream Job

    4.0 (33 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:53

    Sobre o que é Third Shift Entrepreneur?

    Third Shift Entrepreneur (2021) offers an effective mindset and strategies for starting or growing your business – without having to quit your day job. It weaves key observations throughout a fictional narrative about a group of entrepreneurs, then breaks out these points for closer examination with examples from real-world startup scenarios.

    Quem deveria ler Third Shift Entrepreneur?

    • Anyone interested in starting a side hustle
    • People struggling to launch their business 
    • Small business owners looking to take their company to the next level
  34. 34Marketing Strategy

    Marketing Strategy

    Jenna Tiffany

    Overcome Common Pitfalls and Create Effective Marketing

    4.1 (163 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:12

    Sobre o que é Marketing Strategy?

    Marketing Strategy (2021) is a comprehensive guide that decodes the intricacies of crafting and implementing effective marketing strategies. It introduces the reader to a practical framework known as STRATEGY, exploring each component through real-world examples and actionable insights. From setting smart objectives and understanding target audiences, to measuring performance and conducting post-mortem analyses, it provides a roadmap to marketing success. 

    Quem deveria ler Marketing Strategy?

    • Marketing professionals and students
    • Entrepreneurs and owners of small businesses or nonprofits
    • Career switchers considering marketing
  35. 35Financial Intelligence for Entrepreneurs

    Financial Intelligence for Entrepreneurs

    Karen Berman, Joe Knight, John Case

    What You Really Need to Know about the Numbers

    3.1 (316 avaliações)

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    01:05

    Sobre o que é Financial Intelligence for Entrepreneurs?

    Financial Intelligence for Entrepreneurs (2008) provides a comprehensive guide to understanding and utilizing financial information effectively, specifically tailored for entrepreneurs, business owners, and managers without a financial background. Through practical insights and real-world examples, it demystifies complex financial terms and empowers nonfinancial professionals to leverage financial intelligence for business success.

    Quem deveria ler Financial Intelligence for Entrepreneurs?

    • Entrepreneurs seeking to navigate the financial landscape of business 
    • Small business owners looking to optimize financial performance and management
    • Investors wanting to understand the ins and outs of financial health
  36. 36Coach Builder

    Coach Builder

    Donald Miller

    How to Build a Profitable Career As a Small-Business Coach

    4.2 (74 avaliações)

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    01:32

    Sobre o que é Coach Builder?

    Coach Builder (2024) presents an essential guide for professionals aspiring to transition into the coaching and consulting industry, offering an 8-step strategy designed to ensure success. It’s particularly valuable for those who have realized their current careers don’t offer the security or fulfillment they seek and are looking to leverage their expertise into a profitable consulting career. It outlines practical steps to establish a consulting business, from creating a service menu and attracting ideal clients to setting realistic goals and building supportive communities, making it an indispensable resource for aspiring coaches.

    Quem deveria ler Coach Builder?

    • Aspiring coaches seeking a career transition
    • Established coaches who want to improve their offerings
    • Personal development enthusiasts exploring new career paths
  37. 37Build Like A Woman

    Build Like A Woman

    Kathleen Griffith

    The Blueprint for Creating a Business and Life You Love

    4.2 (71 avaliações)

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    01:30

    Sobre o que é Build Like A Woman?

    Build Like a Woman (2024) empowers you to transform entrepreneurial challenges into stepping stones. Harness resilience, leverage fear as a catalyst for action, and craft a standout brand with practical, actionable skills to build a business and life you adore.

    Quem deveria ler Build Like A Woman?

    • Aspiring female entrepreneurs seeking to overcome business challenges
    • Women navigating systemic obstacles in their professional careers
    • Female leaders wanting to leverage their unique strengths in business
  38. 38Scaling Smart

    Scaling Smart

    Rich Fettke, Kathy Fettke

    Create and Scale Passive Income with a Business on Autopilot

    3.8 (32 avaliações)

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    01:21

    Sobre o que é Scaling Smart?

    Scaling Smart (2024) guides you to scale your business sustainably through a combination of expansion and efficiency. You’ll learn to establish a strong foundation, build an engaging company culture, and implement automation for lasting success. Change your growth approach and watch your business thrive.

    Quem deveria ler Scaling Smart?

    • Aspiring entrepreneurs seeking sustainable growth strategies
    • Business leaders focused on scaling efficiently
    • Managers building strong company cultures and leadership
  39. 39Main Street Millionaire

    Main Street Millionaire

    Codie Sanchez

    How to Make Extraordinary Wealth Buying Ordinary Businesses

    4.2 (45 avaliações)

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    01:11

    Sobre o que é Main Street Millionaire?

    Main Street Millionaire (2024) reveals how to build wealth by acquiring reliable, often-overlooked local businesses like plumbing and cleaning services that generate steady cash flow. Combining actionable insights with real-world experience, it challenges your conventional thinking and show you how to reshape your financial future through business ownership.

    Quem deveria ler Main Street Millionaire?

    • Aspiring entrepreneurs who want to acquire profitable businesses strategically
    • Investors interested in alternatives to traditional investments with reliable cash flow
    • Wealth builders ready to create generational wealth
  40. 40Build a Business You Love

    Build a Business You Love

    Dave Ramsey

    Mastering the Five Stages of Business

    4.5 (35 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:41

    Sobre o que é Build a Business You Love?

    Build a Business You Love (2025) is a game-changing guide to the common challenges business-owners face as their companies grow and evolve. There are five distinct stages that every business, no matter the industry, faces on its way to success – and each comes with its own set of challenges. Fortunately, with a little help, you can anticipate these obstacles, tackle them head-on, and build a business that not only thrives, but leaves a legacy you’re proud of. 

    Quem deveria ler Build a Business You Love?

    • Current business-owners feeling stuck or confused about what to do next
    • Aspiring entrepreneurs trying to anticipate the challenges ahead
    • Coaches and consultants looking for better understanding of their clients’ positions
  41. 41Pioneers

    Pioneers

    Neri Karra Sillaman

    8 Principles of Business Longevity from Immigrant Entrepreneurs

    4.1 (14 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:24

    Sobre o que é Pioneers?

    Pioneers (2025) explores how immigrant entrepreneurs build enduring, purpose-driven businesses by turning cultural displacement into a source of strategic advantage. It distills this approach into eight guiding principles that emphasize resilience, integrity, and community impact. Drawing on personal stories and case studies, it offers a roadmap for creating value that lasts across generations.

    Quem deveria ler Pioneers?

    • Immigrants and first-generation professionals navigating identity and ambition
    • Non-immigrant entrepreneurs looking for unconventional wisdom 
    • Anyone seeking sustainable growth for their venture or side hustle
  42. 42From Founder to Future

    From Founder to Future

    John Abrams

    A Business Roadmap to Impact, Longevity, and Employee Ownership

    3.0 (1 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:42

    Sobre o que é From Founder to Future?

    From Founder to Future (2025) explores how mission-driven business owners can successfully transition leadership, ownership, and governance to the next generation. It outlines practical strategies for embedding democratic management, preserving social purpose, and ensuring long-term organizational resilience. Drawing on real-world examples, it shows how companies can thrive beyond their founders.

    Quem deveria ler From Founder to Future?

    • Mission-driven founders planning business succession
    • Aspiring leaders in employee-owned companies
    • Purpose-oriented people exploring alternative ownership models
  43. 43The Maruti Story

    The Maruti Story

    R C Bhargava

    How a Public Sector Company Put India on Wheels

    4.6 (19 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:27

    Sobre o que é The Maruti Story?

    The Maruti Story (2010) chronicles the remarkable project to transform India’s automotive landscape through an ambitious public-private partnership. Drawing on inside knowledge, it details how one company created India’s first affordable mass-market vehicle — establishing manufacturing capabilities, meeting regulatory requirements, and bringing product to market on a seemingly impossible timeline of just two years.

    Quem deveria ler The Maruti Story?

    • Students of public policy interested in successful models of public-private partnership
    • Business leaders and entrepreneurs seeking strategies for scaling manufacturing operations
    • Anyone interested in business history and India’s economic transformation
  44. 44Lean Marketing

    Lean Marketing

    Allan Dib

    More leads. More profit. Less marketing.

    4.3 (77 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:00

    Sobre o que é Lean Marketing?

    Lean Marketing (2024) addresses the frustration entrepreneurs face when expensive, complex campaigns fail to deliver results. It applies manufacturing efficiency principles to marketing, showing how to eliminate wasteful practices while creating genuinely valuable customer touchpoints. It focuses on precise targeting, meaningful metrics, and building authentic relationships rather than interrupting potential customers with irrelevant messages.

    Quem deveria ler Lean Marketing?

    • Startup founders tired of burning cash on ineffective advertising 
    • Small business owners struggling against competitors with bigger budgets
    • Anyone in business looking to align product, marketing, and sales
  45. 45Get A Grip

    Get A Grip

    Gino Wickman, Mike Paton

    How to Get Everything You Want from Your Entrepreneurial Business

    4.0 (21 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    00:58

    Sobre o que é Get A Grip?

    Get A Grip (2012) follows the story of Swan Services, a fictional company with real problems: frustrating cycles of endless meetings, finger-pointing, and declining results despite hard work. Through implementing a radical new system, the leadership team learns to establish clear vision, build discipline, and create organizational focus that transforms their struggling business. This practical fable demonstrates how real managerial tools can help any entrepreneurial leader break free from operational chaos and achieve sustainable growth.

    Quem deveria ler Get A Grip?

    • Business owners who feel stuck despite working hard
    • Leadership teams struggling with ineffective meetings, poor decision-making, and lack of accountability within their organizations
    • Management professionals seeking practical tools to create organizational clarity
  46. 46The Accidental Network

    The Accidental Network

    Rouzbeh Yassini-Fard, Stewart Schley

    How a Small Company Sparked a Global Broadband Transformation

    4.3 (23 avaliações)

    Ouça a Introdução
    01:12

    Sobre o que é The Accidental Network?

    The Accidental Network (2025) chronicles the invention of the cable modem by LANcity and how it revolutionized residential internet access by transforming it from slow dial-up connections to the broadband service we use today. It details the industry shifts and technological innovations that together gave rise to this revolutionary new technology.

    Quem deveria ler The Accidental Network?

    • Tech enthusiasts curious about how the internet got faster
    • Entrepreneurs seeking inspiration from startup success stories
    • Anyone wondering how broadband transformed modern life
  47. Sobre o que é The Handmade Marketplace?

    The Handmade Marketplace by Kari Chapin is a comprehensive guide for crafters and artisans looking to turn their passion into a successful business. Filled with practical advice, tips, and real-life examples, this book covers everything from branding and marketing to selling online and at craft fairs. Whether you're just starting out or looking to grow your handmade business, this book is a valuable resource.

    Quem deveria ler The Handmade Marketplace?

    • Anyone looking to turn their crafting hobby into a profitable business
    • Entrepreneurs who want to learn about marketing and selling handmade products
    • Creative individuals who want to expand their knowledge of the handmade marketplace
  48. 48The Small Business Bible

    The Small Business Bible

    Steven D. Strauss

    Sobre o que é The Small Business Bible?

    The Small Business Bible by Steven D. Strauss is a comprehensive guide for entrepreneurs and small business owners. It covers everything from creating a business plan and securing funding to marketing, managing employees, and navigating legal issues. With practical advice and real-life examples, this book is an essential resource for anyone looking to start or grow their own business.

    Quem deveria ler The Small Business Bible?

    • Entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their small business
    • Business owners seeking practical advice and tips for running a successful company
    • Individuals interested in learning about marketing, finance, and management in the context of small businesses
  49. 49She Means Business

    She Means Business

    Carrie Green

    Sobre o que é She Means Business?

    She Means Business by Carrie Green is a motivational book that empowers women to turn their passion into a successful business. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Green shares her own journey as an entrepreneur and provides valuable tips on overcoming self-doubt, setting goals, and taking action. This book is a must-read for any woman looking to make her mark in the business world.

    Quem deveria ler She Means Business?

    • Entrepreneurs looking to start or grow their business
    • Women who want to turn their passion into a successful business
    • Individuals seeking inspiration and practical advice for overcoming challenges in business
  50. Sobre o que é The Young Entrepreneur's Guide to Starting and Running a Business?

    The Young Entrepreneur's Guide to Starting and Running a Business by Steve Mariotti is a comprehensive resource for aspiring young business owners. It provides practical advice on everything from generating business ideas to creating a business plan, securing funding, and managing day-to-day operations. With real-life examples and actionable tips, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to start their own venture.

    Quem deveria ler The Young Entrepreneur's Guide to Starting and Running a Business?

    • Young individuals who are passionate about starting their own business
    • Students who want to learn practical tips and strategies for entrepreneurship
    • Aspiring entrepreneurs looking for guidance on overcoming common challenges and obstacles
  51. 51The Language of Flowers

    The Language of Flowers

    Vanessa Diffenbaugh

    Sobre o que é The Language of Flowers?

    The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh is a captivating novel that delves into the hidden meanings behind different flowers. It tells the story of Victoria, a young woman who uses the Victorian language of flowers to communicate and navigate her relationships with others. Blending past and present, the book is a beautiful exploration of love, forgiveness, and the power of nature.

    Quem deveria ler The Language of Flowers?

    • Readers who enjoy character-driven narratives and complex relationships
    • Those with an interest in the symbolism and meaning of flowers
    • Individuals looking for a thought-provoking exploration of personal growth and healing
  52. Sobre o que é The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs?

    The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs by J Scott is a comprehensive guide for real estate investors and rehabbers. It provides practical tips and strategies for accurately estimating the costs involved in renovating a property. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced investor, this book will help you avoid common pitfalls and make informed decisions when it comes to rehabbing properties.

    Quem deveria ler The Book on Estimating Rehab Costs?

    • Real estate investors and flippers looking to accurately estimate rehab costs
    • Contractors and construction professionals seeking to improve their cost estimation skills
    • Homeowners planning major renovation projects and want to budget effectively
  53. Sobre o que é Work for Money, Design for Love?

    Work for Money, Design for Love by David Airey delves into the world of graphic design and teaches aspiring designers how to turn their passion into a successful career. Airey offers practical advice on how to build a strong portfolio, attract clients, and manage a design business while staying true to your creative vision. Through personal anecdotes and valuable insights, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to thrive in the competitive design industry.

    Quem deveria ler Work for Money, Design for Love?

    • Aspiring designers looking to turn their passion into a successful career
    • Freelancers who want to learn how to attract and retain clients
    • Creative professionals who want to balance financial success with personal fulfillment
  54. 54Back on Blossom Street

    Back on Blossom Street

    Debbie Macomber

    Sobre o que é Back on Blossom Street?

    Back on Blossom Street by Debbie Macomber is a heartwarming novel that follows a group of women who come together in a knitting class. As they bond over their love for crafting, they also support each other through life's challenges and triumphs. Set in the charming Blossom Street, the book explores themes of friendship, healing, and the power of community.

    Quem deveria ler Back on Blossom Street?

    • Anyone who enjoys heartwarming and uplifting stories
    • Readers who appreciate exploring themes of friendship, second chances, and community
    • Knitters or those interested in learning more about the craft
  55. 55One in a Million

    One in a Million

    Priscilla Shirer

    Sobre o que é One in a Million?

    One in a Million by Priscilla Shirer is a thought-provoking book that challenges the reader to embrace their unique identity and purpose. Drawing from the biblical story of the Israelites in the wilderness, Shirer inspires us to break free from the crowd and live a life that reflects God's extraordinary plans for us. With personal anecdotes and insightful teachings, this book offers practical guidance for anyone seeking to stand out and make a difference in the world.

    Quem deveria ler One in a Million?

    • Individuals seeking to cultivate a deeper connection with God
    • Readers interested in exploring their unique identity and purpose
    • Those looking for practical guidance on living with faith and confidence
  56. 56Work Less, Make More

    Work Less, Make More

    James Schramko

    Sobre o que é Work Less, Make More?

    Work Less, Make More by James Schramko is a practical guide that challenges the traditional mindset of working long hours to achieve success. Schramko shares his own experiences and strategies for increasing productivity, streamlining processes, and ultimately creating a more profitable and fulfilling business while working fewer hours. This book offers valuable insights and actionable tips for anyone looking to achieve a better work-life balance and financial freedom.

    Quem deveria ler Work Less, Make More?

    • Entrepreneurs who want to maximize their productivity and profits
    • Business owners looking to create more freedom and balance in their lives
    • People who want to work smarter, not harder, and achieve greater results
  57. 57That Will Never Work

    Sobre o que é That Will Never Work?

    That Will Never Work by Marc Randolph is an inspiring memoir that chronicles the early days of Netflix and the challenges faced by its co-founder. With honesty and humor, Randolph shares the ups and downs of building a revolutionary business in the face of skepticism and doubt. It's a must-read for anyone with big ambitions and a belief in their own crazy ideas.

    Quem deveria ler That Will Never Work?

    • Entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners looking for inspiration and practical advice
    • Individuals interested in the behind-the-scenes story of a successful startup
    • Readers who enjoy personal memoirs that blend storytelling with valuable lessons
  58. Sobre o que é J.K. Lasser's Small Business Taxes?

    J.K. Lasser's Small Business Taxes by Barbara Weltman is a comprehensive guide to understanding and managing taxes for small businesses. It covers everything from tax planning and deductions to compliance and IRS audits. Whether you're a sole proprietor or running a small company, this book provides valuable insights and practical tips to help you navigate the complex world of small business taxes.

    Quem deveria ler J.K. Lasser's Small Business Taxes?

    • Small business owners who want to understand their tax obligations
    • Entrepreneurs looking to maximize their tax deductions and credits
    • Accountants and tax professionals who advise small business clients
  59. 59What It Takes

    What It Takes

    Stephen A. Schwarzman

    Sobre o que é What It Takes?

    What It Takes by Stephen A. Schwarzman offers a behind-the-scenes look at the world of finance and business. Through personal anecdotes and valuable insights, Schwarzman shares the principles and strategies that have guided his remarkable career. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the mindset and determination required to achieve extraordinary success.

    Quem deveria ler What It Takes?

    • Individuals interested in learning from the experiences of a successful business leader
    • Entrepreneurs seeking insights into building and growing a thriving organization
    • Professionals looking to elevate their leadership and decision-making skills
  60. Sobre o que é Starting a Business QuickStart Guide?

    Starting a Business QuickStart Guide by Ken Colwell PhD MBA is a comprehensive and practical book that provides step-by-step guidance for aspiring entrepreneurs. It covers everything from developing a business idea to creating a business plan, securing funding, and launching the business. With real-life examples and actionable tips, this book is a valuable resource for anyone looking to start their own business.

    Quem deveria ler Starting a Business QuickStart Guide?

    • Entrepreneurs who are looking to start their own business
    • Individuals who want to turn their passion into a successful business
    • Small business owners who need guidance on growing and scaling their ventures
  61. Sobre o que é Bitcoin Billionaires?

    Bitcoin Billionaires (2019) tells the captivating story of the Winklevoss twins, who went from being known for their legal battle with Mark Zuckerberg over Facebook to becoming early investors in Bitcoin. Written by bestselling author Ben Mezrich, this book chronicles their journey into the world of cryptocurrency and the remarkable rise of Bitcoin.

    Quem deveria ler Bitcoin Billionaires?

    • Readers who are curious about the rise of Bitcoin and cryptocurrency
    • Investors looking to understand the potential of digital currency
    • Those interested in the entrepreneurial journey of Tyler and Cameron Winklevoss

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  • Traction de Gabriel Weinberg and Justin Mares
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  • Evergreen de Noah Fleming
  • The Automatic Customer de John Warrillow
  • Don't Make Me Think, Revisited de Steve Krug
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  • Robert Sutton
  • Andrew Yang
  • Gabriel Weinberg and Justin Mares
  • Greg Crabtree and Beverly Blair Harzog
  • Noah Fleming