What’s on your reading list for 2025? Today’s episode features five of my top recommendations for business books to read next year.
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Why You Should Read Business Books
There’s something uniquely motivating about diving into books that propel you forward in your business. As an entrepreneur, I’ve found guidance that transformed my approach to both business and life through books.
1. Free Money: Nine Counterintuitive Moves for Life-Changing Freelance Income by Austin Church
Free Money by Austin L. Church targets freelancers, a group often overlooked in typical business literature. Unlike many business books focused on traditional sales or entrepreneurship, “Free Money” emphasizes the unique aspects of freelancing, such as setting your own prices and choosing your clients. It’s both an entertaining and practical read, perfect for anyone uncertain about their pricing models or seeking strategies to enhance their freelance income.
2. Out of the Maze by Spencer Johnson and Ken Blanchard
Out of the Maze by Spencer Johnson is a sequel to the famous “Who Moved My Cheese,” this book goes into the necessity of changing our beliefs as we navigate life. It beautifully complements its predecessor, focusing on adaptability and the importance of updating our mental frameworks. While short and profound, it’s a perfect companion for household chores or a weekend binge, offering insights on mindset adaptation and belief systems.
3. The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
Considered a classic in the field, The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel provides a deep dive into the history and psychology of money. Covering topics like societal views on money, historical financial developments, and the mindset of wealth, this book offers a rich perspective on how we perceive and utilize money.
4. Undistracted by Bob Goff
Though not strictly a business book, Undistracted: Bob Goff explores living with purpose and intentionality, which are essential in both life and business. Bob Goff narrates his engaging stories, drawing from his incredible life experiences and inspiring listeners to live fully in the present.
5. 10x Is Easier Than 2x by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy
10x is Easier than 2x: by Dan Sullivan challenges the conventional approach to growth, advocating that aiming for 10x improvements can be easier than striving for 2x. This book encourages a shift in perspective, inspiring entrepreneurs to aim higher and achieve more with less effort.
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:41 Top 5 Business and Money Books for 2025
2:17 – Book 1
4:46 – Book 2
5:59 – Book 3
7:33 – Book 4
9:01 – Book 5
Mentioned in this Episode:
Free Money by Austin L. Church
Out of the Maze by Spencer Johnson
The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
Undistracted: Bob Goff
10x is Easier than 2x: by Dan Sullivan
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