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Mar 12, 2025

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Do you want to gain knowledge about business in your entrepreneur journey but struggle to find enough time? We all know it is very important for an entrepreneur to have business knowledge but their schedule is so busy they have to do multiple tasks such as making important business decisions, managing teams, searching business ideas to maximize profit. Every entrepreneur wants to grow their business, but without knowledge, how will you maximize your success?

There’s a lot to learn, but time is limited.

Reading is a great way to gain knowledge and development. However, entrepreneurs often struggle to find books that are small, knowledgeable and simple to understand. If you want to gain a wealth of knowledge in just one day. Don’t worry! After reading this article you will be aware of the 5 best entrepreneurial books which are short, knowledgeable and simple to understand. These books can be finished in just a few hours, yet they leave a lasting impact on your mindset and business approach.

Here are those 5 best entrepreneur books:

(by Seth Godin)

It’s a little book by Seth Godin. Teaches you 'when to quit' and 'when to stick’. The book tells the importance of becoming the best in your niche is the secret to success. The book also highlights seven reasons why people fail to reach the top.

Short book of 80- 100 pages only.

Easy to understand.

It has real life examples.

Don’t waste time on unnecessary details gets straight to the point.

It’s a perfect book for anyone feeling stuck in their career or projects and unsure if they should keep going.

(by Jason Fried and David Heinemeir Hansson)

Book focuses on 'less planning, more doing' 'Work smarter, not harder' 'Creating own unique value' 'Building authentic and loyal audiences.

It has 280 pages, but it’s a quick read because it has short chapters.

Simple and easy to understand.

The book is to the point.

Authors have shared their experience.

It offers unconventional advice for entrepreneurs, Freelancers, and anyone looking to start or improve a business.

(by Spencer Johnson)

It’s a motivational book. The book is based on change, adaptability, and resilience. It has story which resolves around four characters - two mice ( sniff and scurry) and two little people ( Hem and How) who live in a maze and search for cheese, which represents happiness and success. Why read this book?

Short book with only around 96 pages.

Finished in about an hour.

Simple and impactful book.

If you want to learn how to deal with change effectively go for this one.

(by Admiral William H. MC Raven)

It's a motivational book. Book expands on the ten life lessons that author learned during Navy Seal training and how they apply to everyday. Encourage discipline, resilience, and small daily actions that lead to success.

It has only 144 pages.

Included the author’s personal experience.

Short and easy read.

It’s a great read if you want to develop a strong mindset and make small changes that lead to a big impact.

(by Ken Blanched and Spencer)

Book is based on effective management techniques. Book tells 3 core principles:

One min. goals

One min. Praisings

One min. Reprimands.

Short and powerful business and self help book.

Quick and easy read with practical lessons.

Helps managers improve productivity and motivation.

Useful for leadership. It’s a perfect book to gain leadership qualities.

These were the top 5 books every entrepreneur should read. A book doesn’t have to be time consuming to be valuable.

These books are perfect whether you need motivation, leadership skills or fresh business strategies. All these books are just awesome.

Among these five books, my personal favorite is "Rework". I was feeling demotivated, but this book re-energized me. Every point was valuable and helped me think clearly about my next steps. And I would say every beginner should read these books once. Because beginners struggle with a lot of things. If you’re a beginner entrepreneur, I highly recommend starting with these books. They will boost your confidence and help you grow in your business journey.

Plus, they are all under 300 pages, so they won’t take much of your time! Pick any one book to start with.

Which book from this list are you planning to read first? Let me know in the comments! 💬 If you’ve already read any of these, which one is your favorite?