Being a female entrepreneur is hard. No matter what you do, you are constantly competing with yourself and your male counterpart to see who can get more work done and make more money. You want your company (or business) to thrive and grow so it doesn’t stop working harder than everyone in it.
After years of learning about companies, marketing, and leadership, we often start looking for ways to improve ourselves. There are plenty of websites and blogs that offer training on these concepts but sometimes there’s no real motivation behind that.
That’s where most people end up stumbling around until they run into some roadblocks. Many people quit their day job and become freelancers or full-time employees, but for those struggling with self improvement they find themselves asking “is this really worth it?” or “is anything really worth doing if it won’t give me any results?”
These kinds of questions can often have negative impacts on our self confidence, making us feel like it’s all worthless at times. With that said, there are many ways to stay disciplined and succeed without quitting your daily life. Let’s take a look at the best books out there that will help you make sense of the world and figure out the ways in which you can improve yourself.
The Success Principles by Jim Collins
There is one thing to remember about reading this book — it is highly inspirational but very practical. You don’t need to read each chapter in order to learn what follows, but knowing what works and what doesn’t will save you a lot of trouble down the line. This is perfect for anyone planning to launch a small business or freelance hustle. It teaches you the fundamentals of success and helps you keep going despite obstacles. In addition to helping you focus on creating a successful business, this book will teach you that even though things might seem discouraging now that you are in business, everything changes once you establish yourself as an expert or expert in your field. If your goal is simply to do your own research and gain knowledge, then this guide is definitely the right choice.
The Millionaire Next Door by Rhonda Byrne
If you want to learn how to attract clients/customers, sell products, run a profitable business, or build wealth in general, this is the book for you. As well as being inspiring, this book teaches readers exactly how to develop the kind of mindset they need to achieve success. Unlike other courses on this site, this one teaches a realistic approach to wealth creation. What’s great about this book is that it gives you a system of steps and tactics that are easy to implement. Instead of telling you how the stock market works, the author explains it step by step. When setting goals and identifying ways to increase income, this book teaches the reader how to effectively set goals to reach their full potential. Whether you want to create financial independence or just live comfortably within your current budget, this book is meant for anyone wanting to boost their bottom line.
The Hard Thing About Hard Things By Susan Cain
This book follows a formula like Warren Buffett does in the investing industry: it starts slow and builds towards exponential growth. Instead of relying solely on luck and timing for success in business, this guide teaches you to think outside the box. To do this, you must first understand that luck can come in many different forms. From bad decisions that lead to losing money to good ones that can lead to large profits. Without having a plan in place, many companies fail. This book provides a systematic process that will allow you to generate success and avoid failure. Overall, this book teaches readers how to harness their energy, instead of letting it lose its value, while also keeping them focused and motivated.
The Power Of Habit By BJ Fogg
If you’re interested in becoming successful in business and building wealth, this is definitely the guide for you. According to experts, the majority of people who read this book fail the next seven attempts at getting rid of weight. Yet if you pay close attention, you can apply these strategies to pretty much every aspect of your life, from relationships to fitness. Even if you have been stuck for quite some time, you can rely on this book to get you moving again. One of the biggest lessons that can be extracted from this guide is to never let a bad habit become a part of your personality. While we cannot change fate with our actions, we can learn from past mistakes and overcome obstacles that were in our way. Having no distractions in your mind will put you straight ahead of the competition. So, for anyone who has tried everything, this guide is essential.
The 4 Hour Workweek By Timothy Ferriss
In this book, Tim provides his exact blueprint for living an effective work week. He focuses mainly on productivity rather than time management, explaining that your free time shouldn’t be wasted trying to force you to rush through projects or tasks. Instead, he recommends taking a break for four hours and spending it on something fun or relaxing. Some examples from his book included watching TV and playing games with friends that would prevent stress. Another example is a nap in which he suggests napping for 20 minutes every two hours. All of these habits will add up over the long term and reduce stress and fatigue. This book is incredibly practical and useful for anyone seeking the benefits of efficiency.
The Power of Habit by Brian Tracy
If you’re thinking about changing yourself, this should be at the top of your list. After all, is there anything worse than being in constant debt or suffering from anxiety? But perhaps more important than that, is being satisfied in your personal life and career. This guide uses psychology principles to explain why certain behaviors are beneficial for you — such as positive reinforcement. Essentially, when you receive praise or reward for a given behavior, you will likely repeat it again and again and eventually form positive associations with that action. Just as the word discipline comes from Latin meaning ‘to control’, the concept of willpower comes from the ancient Greek words used to describe willpower. Thus, the power over your desires and impulses is the ultimate superpower. Overcoming problems starts with your attitude towards them. Only then can you take action and alter your circumstances towards achieving your goals.
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen R. Covey
This is probably the single best self improvement book available because there is one specific chapter that takes away the guesswork, saving students days of trial and error. Each chapter teaches one new practice that leads to massive gains in success. Most importantly, these practices are all based in the 8th Chapter of this book, titled Getting Results Through Practice. If you are willing to commit to practicing a few of these, you will see dramatic improvements in almost every area of your life. Not only will you work smarter, but you will also have more energy and enthusiasm. You will do whatever it takes to accomplish your goals and ultimately feel fulfilled and inspired. While this book may be for you if you are looking to improve your business and your ability to function under pressure, it can also be applied to your personal life. Whatever situation you are facing, if you can identify key areas that require improvement, you can use some of these techniques to solve those issues.
You Can Change Your Life! by Napoleon Hill
This guide offers 21 suggestions for improving yourself to help you discover how you can change your life. In writing this book, the author stresses the importance of setting SMART goals for yourself with clear objectives. To successfully get results, he asks, ‘What can I realistically expect to happen?’ Before you begin, it is imperative to recognize that change, even big ones, can seem scary and overwhelming — especially when your family, friends, and loved ones don’t believe in you enough to support you. Fortunately, a little encouragement along the way can go a long way. Don’t worry! This isn’t another book on motivational speaking. Rather, this guide is simple straightforward advice on what you can do to finally bring meaningful change in your life (without sounding preachy!). It allows you to become the hero that you are dreaming of — without leaving the comfort of your home. You just need 10 minutes to pick one idea and build upon it. If you follow these methods consistently and persistently enough, you will begin to notice significant shifts and improvements to your life. Once you master the art of routine, you will easily begin enjoying the experience. You will be amazed at the incredible level of happiness you’ll soon experience.
Conclusion
There you have it: 8 best self improvement books for female entrepreneurs. Enjoy!
