On-going education is so important in life and business. I’m always filling my mind with new information. When I’m on the go I listen to MP3’s in my car, at the gym on my ipod and I love making time to catch up on reading in the evening. Below is a list of 5 awesome must read books particularly for women entrepreneurs (and cool men too).
The Fire Starter Sessions: A Soulful + Practical Guide to Creating Success on Your Own Terms
by Danielle LaPorte
The permission slip you’ve been waiting for — to fully want what you want and go for it, to expand your consciousness and your cash flow, to up the ante on your dreams, to be incredibly generous with your love. This is a modern-day pep talk and soul-centered Q&A for people ready to shine brighter than they ever have. More Info
The New Relationship Marketing: How to Build a Large, Loyal, Profitable Network Using the Social Web
by Mari Smith
People have always done business with people they know, like, and trust. That’s the essence of “relationship marketing.” Today, the popularity of online social networking has caused a paradigm shift in relationship marketing. This book helps businesspeople and marketers master this crucial new skill set. Relationship marketing specialist Mari Smith outlines a step-by-step plan for building a sizable, loyal network comprised of quality relationships that garner leads, publicity, sales, and more. More Info
Launch
by Michael A. Stelzner
If you’ve been let down by the undelivered promises of marketing, Launch is for you. The book reveals a new way to grow your business. It’s one that involves focusing on the needs of others, giving gifts, working with outsiders, and restraining your marketing messages. More Info
The Four Hour Work Week
by Tim Ferriss
Forget the old concept of retirement and the rest of the deferred-life plan—there is no need to wait and every reason not to. Whether your dream is escaping the rat race, high-end world travel, monthly five-figure income with zero management, or just living more and working less, this book is the blueprint. More Info
Rework
by Jason Fried & David Heinemeier Hansson
Rework shows you a better, faster, easier way to succeed in business. Read it and you’ll know why plans are actually harmful, why you don’t need outside investors, and why you’re better off ignoring the competition. The truth is, you need less than you think. You don’t need to be a workaholic. You don’t need to staff up. You don’t need to waste time on paperwork or meetings. You don’t even need an office. Those are all just excuses. More Info
Which books for women entrepreneurs are on your “must-read” list? Please comment below with your top picks!