6 Books You Should Read Before Starting a Business    

Starting a business is exciting—but also overwhelming. These books help you avoid rookie mistakes and build with confidence.

This one teaches you how to test ideas fast, build what people want, and avoid wasting time and money.

The Lean Startup by Eric Ries 

Before logos and websites, you need purpose. This book helps you figure out your “why”—and lead with it.

Start With Why  by Simon Sinek 

If you’re building something new, not just better—this one is for you. It’s bold, thought-provoking, and will shift your mindset.

Zero to One  by Peter Thiel 

Being great at your craft doesn't mean you're ready to run a business. This book explains why systems matter.

The E-Myth Revisited by Michael E. Gerber 

You don’t have to scale big to succeed. This book shows how staying small can be smart—and sustainable.

Company of One by Paul Jarvis 

Forget the startup clichés. This book gives real, refreshing advice for building a business on your own terms.

Rework  by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hansson