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Over the years I have amassed (yes, that's probably a very good word for it) a collection of business, marketing, leadership, personal development, writing, speaking, and web development books. Starting a business book library for your home or small business can be a daunting task. Where should you start?

Each of these top five lists is comprised of books I actually own, have read, have studied, and have used. No random lists snatched from the Internet here! Create your own great business library by picking up a few of these books today.

Advice from CEO's

Some of the best advice for getting things done comes from the people who have "been there, done that, lived to talk about it."

Sales and Selling

The techniques have changed, but the basic rules stay the same. People want things. How will you deliver?

Leadership

Without solid leadership, it doesn't matter how great of a job everyone is doing. Fabulous freelancing doesn't get the job done.

Dealing with Change

Many people have a very hard time dealing with change. Even if they are used to being part of the change, when something else around them changes they can get nervous and shut down. Learning to deal with change is a vital life and business skill.

Marketing, Branding, and Buzz

An assortment of marketing books that each have a distinctly different take on marketing, and offer a new direction for you to try.

Service Marketing

Marketing a non-tangible service is an entirely different challenge. Fortunately it doesn't have to be impossible.

Entrepreneurial Business Management

A lot goes into running a successful business. Before you get in too deep, make sure you're not basing your outlook on fantasies.

Time Management

You can't truly manage time, but you can manage the activities you participate in that take time.

Getting what you Want

Knowing what you want and getting what you want are two different concepts. These books will help you achieve both.

Goals, Focus, and Productivity

Being productive is often different than simply managing your time well. Being productive also involves making sure the activities you spend time on are of the highest value to you - and knowing what those activities are!

The Seth Godin Collection

What can I say? Seth's the man.

Wealth Creation

Part of the American dream is wealth creation, and running a business is only one way to make that happen.

Dealing with Difficult People, and Emotional Intelligence

On the road to success, you have to pass a lot of losers. Don't let them get you down. Learn how to deal with them and move on. You may find out they're not so bad! (Or not...)

What books are your favorite?

Recommend other books that you've read, or just say hi!

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NathanLee Jun 12, 2009 @ 4:07 pm | delete

Wow...nice selection of books.. I really think that your Goals, Focus, and Productivity section can have some exceptional impact on people.. Especially the Power of Focus....this is a powerful book. Thanks for the lens and I'll be looking forward to more.

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Practice_Builder Mar 23, 2009 @ 9:34 pm | delete

This is a wonderful lens! You have an amazing collection of great business books in this lens. When you get the chance, please feel free to stop by my lens and say hello.

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bumblebeemoi Feb 1, 2009 @ 8:16 am | delete

Beautifully done.Here's my contributions:

"The Power Of Now" by Eckert Tolle" - It will bring your thinking to be focused and clear, yet develop your spiritual discernment.

"The Master Key System" by Charles F Haanel - It is the foundational and seminal book on the Law of Attraction. Written in 1912 and studied by all the current LOA "Masters." It's about learning to develop a new life by utilizing the creative power of thought. I have read the first 6 chapters dozens of times; this book transformed my life.

"Try Giving Yourself Away" by David Dunn - You can still find this, written over 60 years ago with wonderful examples of becoming a "Collector of Glows and After-Glows" by giving away good will, caring, attention - YOURSELF!

Philip Bourdon
Your Bumblebee in Pittsburgh

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expert_edge Dec 23, 2008 @ 11:06 pm | delete

This is a great collection of business books. You've done an outstanding job at putting this together. I'd love it if you drop by my lens on The Expert's Edge when you have the chance.

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Marcsintheblack Mar 21, 2008 @ 4:14 am | delete

"The One Thing You Need to Know" by Marcus Buckingham .... Ever pondered the real difference between success in a management role vs a leadership role ... READ ON! (See my Leadership on a Pinhead" Lense and blog Regards Marc
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