How To Read A Book a Week...

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I recently set a goal to read one book per month, my quickest way is to borrow audio books for free and listen at 2x speed.  Reading is a small but powerful tool and the key ingredient to so many people who have been successful in life! Here are five great reasons to get a library card and start your free reading today!

  1. Free Access to Books & Resources – Borrow books, audiobooks, and e-books without spending a dime. Many libraries also offer magazines, newspapers, and research databases.

  2. Access to Digital Services – Most libraries provide free access to online learning platforms, language courses, streaming services, and even digital tools like Kanopy (movies) or LinkedIn Learning.

  3. Work & Study Space – Need a quiet place to work or study? Libraries offer free Wi-Fi, comfortable seating, and sometimes even meeting rooms.

  4. Community Events & Workshops – Many libraries host author talks, job training sessions, book clubs, children’s activities, and networking events—all for free.

  5. Borrow More than Books – Some libraries let you check out things like museum passes, board games, musical instruments, and even tools!

I usually prefer audiobooks, so explore the many options available to reading books today! 

As I walk three miles most mornings and am honoring my fathers passing (also known as Aveilut) for the next 11 months, I am replacing listening to music with audiobooks.  

If you’re a small business owner looking for valuable insights, here are some of the best books covering investing and other great topics for entrepreneurs and business leaders that you may want to consider. 

Completed:
✅ The Warren Buffett Way – Robert G. Hagstrom
Breaks down Buffett’s investment philosophy and strategies.

Currently Reading:
☑️  The Intelligent Investor – Benjamin Graham
A timeless classic on value investing, endorsed by Warren Buffett.

To Do Still:
✔️ The Simple Path to Wealth – JL Collins
Covers stock market investing, index funds, and financial independence.

✔️ The Little Book of Common Sense Investing – John C. Bogle
Learn about the power of index funds from the founder of Vanguard.

✔️  The Psychology of Money – Morgan Housel
Explores the emotional and behavioral side of investing.

For Intermediate Investors

✔️ One Up On Wall Street – Peter Lynch
How everyday investors can find winning stocks before Wall Street does.

✔️ Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits – Philip Fisher
Focuses on qualitative stock analysis and long-term investing.

✔️ Rule #1: The Simple Strategy for Successful Investing – Phil Town
A beginner-friendly approach to value investing.

For Advanced Investors

✔️ A Random Walk Down Wall Street – Burton G. Malkiel
Covers efficient markets, passive investing, and asset allocation.

✔️ Antifragile: Things That Gain from Disorder – Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Discusses risk management, uncertainty, and how to build resilient investments.

For Starting & Growing a Business

✔️ The Lean Startup – Eric Ries
Teaches how to build and grow a business efficiently using lean principles and rapid testing.

✔️ The E-Myth Revisited – Michael E. Gerber
Explains why most small businesses fail and how to build systems that lead to success.

✔️ Company of One – Paul Jarvis
Focuses on running a sustainable business without unnecessary scaling.

For Business Strategy & Growth

✔️ Good to Great – Jim Collins
Explores what makes businesses successful in the long run.

✔️ Profit First – Mike Michalowicz
A game-changing approach to managing business finances by prioritizing profit.

✔️ Traction – Gino Wickman
Introduces the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) to streamline business operations.

For Marketing & Sales

✔️ Building a StoryBrand – Donald Miller
Helps clarify your business message to attract more customers.

✔️ The 1-Page Marketing Plan – Allan Dib
A simple and actionable guide to creating an effective marketing strategy.

✔️ Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion – Robert Cialdini
Explains how to use psychology to improve sales and customer relationships.

For Leadership & Mindset

✔️ Dare to Lead – Brené Brown
A great book on leadership, trust, and company culture.

✔️ The 5AM Club – Robin Sharma
Focuses on productivity and personal development for entrepreneurs.

✔️ Atomic Habits – James Clear
Helps business owners build better habits for long-term success.

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