Top 100 Business Books

Find the Right Book. Solve the Right Problem. Grow Your Business.

There are thousands of business books out there—but as an entrepreneur, it’s not always clear which one to read right now. That’s why we created Top 100 Business Books: a curated list of the most useful and recommended business books, organized by real-world business challenges.

These recommendations are sourced from trusted entrepreneur communities like Long Angle, EO, and YPO, and handpicked to help founders at every stage—from idea to exit.

If you’ve ever asked, “What should I read next for my business?” —this list is for you.

Explore the categories below to find the right book for your current stage or challenge:

Start Smart: Ideas, Validation & Launch

Read these when you’re starting out and want to validate your concept, launch lean, and build something meaningful from day one.

Popular books in this category:

See full list of top business books for starting smart

Grow Smart: Revenue, Focus & Scaling Strategy

These books help you sharpen your focus, scale strategically, and avoid the chaos that comes with fast growth.

Popular books in this category:

See full list of top business books for growing smart

Run Smooth: Profit, Systems & Operational Control

This list is for entrepreneurs ready to improve systems, boost profit, and regain control of the day-to-day.

Popular books in this category:

  • Profit First by Mike Michalowicz

  • The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber

  • Clockwork by Mike Michalowicz

See full list of top business books for running smooth

Lead Well: People, Culture & Team Dynamics

These books help you become a better leader, build trust, and create a healthy, high-performing team culture.

Popular books in this category:

  • Radical Candor by Kim Scott

  • The Five Dysfunctions of a Team by Patrick Lencioni

  • How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie

See full list of top business books for leading well

Stand Out: Messaging, Branding & Positioning

This category helps you clarify your message, strengthen your brand, and position yourself to win in competitive markets.

Popular books in this category:

  • Building a StoryBrand by Donald Miller

  • Purple Cow by Seth Godin

  • Positioning by Al Ries & Jack Trout

See full list of top business books for standing out

Get Customers: Offers, Funnels & Demand Generation

These books show how to build funnels, generate demand, and craft offers that turn browsers into buyers.

Popular books in this category:

  • $100M Offers by Alex Hormozi

  • DotCom Secrets by Russell Brunson

  • The 1-Page Marketing Plan by Allan Dib

See full list of top business books for getting customers

Sell More: Sales, Pitching & Customer Growth

Whether you’re selling in-person, online, or at scale—these books help you master the art and science of sales.

Popular books in this category:

  • Never Split the Difference by Chris Voss

  • The Challenger Sale by Matthew Dixon

  • Fanatical Prospecting by Jeb Blount

See full list of top business books for selling more

Think Bigger: Strategy, Innovation & Competitive Advantage

These are the books that help you build moats, navigate disruption, and outthink the competition.

Popular books in this category:

  • Good Strategy, Bad Strategy by Richard Rumelt

  • Blue Ocean Strategy by W. Chan Kim

  • The Innovator’s Dilemma by Clayton Christensen

See full list of top business books for thinking bigger

Optimize You: Productivity, Focus & Personal Effectiveness

These books are for founders who want to avoid burnout, make better decisions, and operate at a higher level.

Popular books in this category:

  • Atomic Habits by James Clear

  • Deep Work by Cal Newport

  • Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell

See full list of top business books for optimizing you

Raise Money & Exit: Capital, Valuation & Selling the Business

This list is for entrepreneurs navigating term sheets, valuations, and the road to a profitable exit.

Popular books in this category:

  • Venture Deals by Brad Feld

  • Built to Sell by John Warrillow

  • The Secrets of Sand Hill Road by Scott Kupor

See full list of top business books for raising money and exiting