Robert Kiyosaki’s Rich Dad Poor Dad has become the top personal finance book of all time. Kiyosaki shares the story of growing up with two fatherly influences — his own and his close friend’s “rich dad.”

Kiyosaki explains how each of these men shaped the way he thinks about money and investing. He pulls the curtain back on the expected financial misconceptions that keep people from reaching their income potential. He also shares his journey and shows the power of making your money work for you.

Nike might be a global icon today, but it took a lot of hard work to get it there. In his book Shoe Dog, Nike co-founder Phil Knight talks about launching his startup after business school with $50 he borrowed from a friend.

Knight’s funny, personable, and unfiltered self shines through in his memoir and talks about how he came to choose the unconventional path of the entrepreneur’s life. Readers will get to know Knight like never before and walk away inspired by his journey and empowered with his hard-earned wisdom on entrepreneurship.

Ben Horowitz is one of the most respected entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley. In The Hard Thing About Hard Things, Horowitz pulls back the curtain to reveal the truth about what it’s like to lead a successful business through challenging times.

Horowitz’s book contains essential advice for any business leader, wrapped up in his no-nonsense writing style with some trademark references from the life of a rap fanatic. It’s a must-read for beginners and veterans alike, and it’s especially well-suited to those transitioning to tough times with challenging obstacles.

Professor Cal Newport teaches computer science at Georgetown University. He coined the term “deep work” and explains how modern business perks like open offices and distractions such as social media get in the way of high-quality work.

In his book Deep Work, Newport highlights the significant negative impact distractions have on working well. He wraps in several memorable stories that show the importance of crafting a better workspace in a distracted world and offers surprising advice, such as the value of boredom