Book recommendations for business leaders: 1/12/17

Jan 12, 2017 | Reading Lists

Stephen King says that if you want to be a writer, there are two things you must do: read a lot and write a lot. This is about the “read a lot” part. I include reading lists and book reviews that will help you do business more effectively and write better for business.

In this post, I point you to reading recommendations from Richard Branson and Business Insider.

From Chris Weller: 5 books Richard Branson thinks you should read

“Richard Branson, the Virgin Group Founder and self-described tie-loathing billionaire, still finds time in his busy schedule to read.”

From Shana Lebowitz: 7 books that will change the way you work in 2017

“Over the past year, we’ve covered a bunch of books that redefine ‘work’ and offer solid tips for making it a less terrible way to spend your time. Our list is a diverse sampling of advice and strategies from business-school professors, psychologists, and career coaches — all with the same goal of helping you craft a meaningful work life. Below, we’ve rounded up our top seven picks.”

Reading recommendations are a regular feature of this blog. Want more recommendations about what to read? Check out my Three Star Leadership blog, Michael McKinney’s LeadingBlog, and Bob Morris’ Blogging on Business.