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Startup secrets unleashed: Young entrepreneur edition

Written by Simon Bullmore | Apr 27, 2024 12:41:13 PM

These books and websites are full of ideas, motivation, and practical tips as you kick off your entrepreneurial journey. Enjoy exploring!

Books young entrepreneurs should check out

  1. "The Lean Startup" by Eric Ries - A classic read any entrepreneur should read,  this all about building startups smartly with lean principles and agile methods. Essentially starting small, experimenting, learning and adapting your approach based on real feedback from real customers.

  2. "Zero to One: Notes on Startups, or How to Build the Future" by Peter Thiel - Thiel, one of the PayPal founders, shares some fresh ideas on starting innovative businesses.

  3. "The $100 Startup: Reinvent the Way You Make a Living, Do What You Love, and Create a New Future" by Chris Guillebeau - This one's perfect if you're short on cash but big on dreams. It's packed with stories of people who made it big with little money.

  4. "Crushing It!: How Great Entrepreneurs Build Their Business and Influence—and How You Can, Too" by Gary Vaynerchuk - Business OG Vaynerchuk spills the beans on using social media and personal branding to grow your biz.

  5. "Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action" by Simon Sinek - One of the most influential business influencers Sinek help s you discover why having a clear purpose and vision is key to rocking your business.

Websites:

  1. Entrepreneur.com - Loads of articles, guides, and resources on everything from starting up to marketing strategies.

  2. Inc.com - Another great site for articles, videos, and tools for entrepreneurs, covering leadership, innovation, and finances.

  3. StartupNation.com - Get practical advice, join community forums, and learn from the experts as you go from idea to business success.

  4. Y Combinator Startup Library - This online library has all sorts of resources, articles, and videos to help you with everything from product development to raising funds.

  5. TED Talks - Not exactly a website, but TED Talks feature inspiring talks by successful entrepreneurs and thought leaders on topics relevant to entrepreneurship.

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