What is the most valuable business book you have ever read, and why? - Entrepreneur Polls

YE Blog · 05-15-2009, 06:33 AM

Time fly's and so do the Polls! It's time for another one!

This week we are asking;

"What is the most valuable business book you have ever read, and why?"

I am a huge fan of the 4 hour work week by Tim Ferris. It offers a realistic approach to all entrepreneurs who are trying to work hard and play hard.

Tim "The New Rich" Ferris' story is one that I would recommend anyone to read. Phil Town, the Number 1 Bestselling Author of The New York Times says "Stunning and amazing. From mini-retirements to outsourcing your life, it's all here. Whether you're a wage slave or a fortune 500 CEO, this book will change your life".

I am really looking forward to hearing what book has inspired you, contributed to your wealth and success, or has changed the way you work.

P.S

I have just posted the most recent poll results over on the YE Blog, and there is an Exclusive Bonus Modeling Masters on Steve Jobs, who is the winner of the last poll “If you could meet one famous entrepreneur, dead or alive, who would it be and why?” - There is no reason not to follow your heart - Steve Jobs (Entrepreneur Poll Winner)

gotbiz · 05-15-2009, 10:47 AM

"Maximum Linux Security" because with a secure operating system the world is my oyster.

Chris Brooks · 05-18-2009, 04:24 PM

Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill. If you want to be successful this is a must read Mr. Hill lays out a guaranteed road map to success.

Iamnotsatisfied · 05-18-2009, 04:53 PM

Fiction or not. Liked or disliked...

Rich dad poor dad opened my eyes when I read it as a young teen. The copy of the book that I bought years ago and still have is one of my most valuable possessions.

Other books might be better in terms of educating... but it's RK's book that started it all.

YE Blog · 05-20-2009, 05:48 PM

Great books so far! we want to know more about the books you cannot do without! Along the internet marketing front - has anybody read Ewen Chia?

sk24iam · 05-20-2009, 05:55 PM

Trump- Think Big and Kick Ass

CosmicRami · 05-23-2009, 12:56 AM

A great book to read is:

The E-Myth Revisted by Michael E. Gerber ...

Helps define all of us into 3 categories ..... Technicians, Managers and Entrepreneurs .....

Which are you?

Mierzej · 05-24-2009, 06:13 AM

My favourite book is Machiavelli on modern leadership by Michael A. Ledeen. It tells why you should act decisively, has many examples from the history. Business can be a real struggle or a source of satisfaction - by following Machiavelli's rules you are more eager to achieve success.

13future · 05-24-2009, 09:25 AM

Rich Dad Poor Dad By Robert Kyasoki ...This book is gave me a entirely different perspective on business and life in general. I highly recommend it to any budding Entrepreneur.

N.V.Wells · 05-24-2009, 01:25 PM

I agree with Chris Brooks. Think and Grow Rich is a splendid book!

I also think How to Get Rich by Felix Dennis is amazing too. It's to the point, amusing and extreamly well written and poetic. He is a publisher (Maxim, Stuff, MacUser etc.) and worth about $500-900,000,000!!! ALL SELF MADE!

Another book i highly suggest is Dan Kennedys No B.S to Wealth Attraction.

Anyone ever thought about or would to ever write a book on entrepreneurism?

N.

YE Blog · 05-27-2009, 12:45 PM

Great suggestions so far. Has anyone read The One Minute Entrepreneur: The Secret to Creating and Sustaining a Successful Business?

P.S.
We are currently running a competition:
Do you have an inspirational book you have read which stands out from all the others - we want to hear about it, leave your answer in a comment or by entering our poll in the YE Forum! To say thanks for sharing, everyone who enters their most valuable business book is in with the chance of WINNING the MOST valuable book themselves, as voted for by our Young Entrepreneurs - So tell us what yours is right now!

darrenito · 05-28-2009, 11:00 PM

The Republic of Tea by Mel Ziegler, Bill Rosenzweig, Patricia Ziegler

Inspirational book that has helped me with creativity and innovation along with building a new business idea from nothing to something.