{"id":1606,"date":"2016-07-27T13:15:31","date_gmt":"2016-07-27T17:15:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thegrowthcoach.com\/south-new-hampshire\/seven-business-books-to-add-to-the-pages-of-your-summer"},"modified":"2022-07-13T22:54:12","modified_gmt":"2022-07-14T02:54:12","slug":"seven-business-books-to-add-to-the-pages-of-your-summer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thegrowthcoach.com\/south-new-hampshire\/seven-business-books-to-add-to-the-pages-of-your-summer","title":{"rendered":"Seven Business Books to Add to the Pages of Your Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"

Summer is a great time to schedule yourself some time off \u2013 even if it\u2019s to catch up on industry news or read a new business book. Recharging your emotional battery and finding new inspiration is a great way to re-energize yourself to grow your business in the second half of the year.<\/p>\n

If your book list is empty or you have a few Audible credits left over after all your business traveling, here are seven of the industry\u2019s most recommended business books of the year that align with what we do here at The Growth Coach.<\/p>\n

How to Have a Good Day<\/em> by\u00a0<\/strong>Caroline Webb<\/strong><\/p>\n

Webb shows readers how to use recent findings from behavioral economics, psychology and neuroscience to transform the quality of everyday life, both at work at home. This book aligns with much of what we tell our clients \u2013 like having the right mindset, maintaining balance, setting priorities \u2013 with Webb\u2019s findings. Inc. Magazine<\/em> recommended this book in their 10 Must-Read Business Books for 2016<\/a> article.<\/p>\n

First Things First<\/em> by\u00a0<\/strong>Stephen R. Covey<\/strong><\/p>\n

You\u2019re getting things done\u2026 but are you happy? Is your life full of great relationships, peace, balance and confidence? In business \u2013 especially startups \u2013 sometimes our \u2018first things\u2019 really aren\u2019t first. This book looks at how you can change your mindset and align your life. Insights<\/em> by Stanford\u2019s Graduate School of Business recommended this book<\/a> for their alumni entrepreneurs.<\/p>\n

Work Rules! Insights from Inside Google That Will Transform How You Live and Lead<\/em> by <\/strong>Laszlo Bock<\/strong><\/p>\n

Everyone has heard about the magical workplace of Google, but even if you can\u2019t provide gourmet meals or allow employees to bring their dogs to work, there are ways you can improve company culture and attract great talent. Business.com named this one a top 10<\/a> book for 2016.<\/p>\n

Superbosses: How Exceptional Leaders Master the Flow of Talent <\/strong><\/em>by\u00a0<\/strong>Sydney Finkelstein<\/strong><\/p>\n

Transforming an industry sometimes comes down to finding, fostering, encouraging and supporting and even sometimes letting go \u2013 of talented people. How they deal with talent makes them organization builders and superbosses. Inc. Magazine<\/em> recommended this book in their 10 Must-Read Business Books for 2016<\/a> article.<\/p>\n

Ted Talks: The Official TED Guide to Public Speaking<\/em> by\u00a0<\/strong>Chris Anderson<\/strong><\/p>\n

Done right, a short talk can be a lightning rod for inspiration, excitement, empathy, knowledge and more. But how can you turn five minutes into something memorable and powerful? Forbes<\/em> Recommended this book in their Must Read Business Books for 2016<\/a> article.<\/p>\n

Originals<\/em> by\u00a0<\/strong>Adam Grant<\/strong><\/p>\n

How do you recognize a good idea? And how do you fight for that idea without being silenced? This book looks at history and examines sports, business and entertainment to see how we can recognize and foster originality. This was on the NY Times<\/em> Best Seller<\/a> list earlier this year.<\/p>\n

Sprint<\/em> by\u00a0<\/strong>Jake Knapp, Josh Zeratsky and Braden Knowitz<\/strong><\/p>\n

Go behind-the-scenes of some of the country\u2019s most interesting startups and see how they overcome difficult challenges. This book is a practical guide to answering business questions\u00a0 and is applicable to companies of any size. Forbes<\/em> Recommended this book in their Must Read Business Books for 2016<\/a> article.<\/p>\n

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