Business Books for Creative Entrepreneurs
My selected books and blogs that will inspire you, give you vital guidance and help you grow your creative business. Without doubt books have been the biggest influence on my career growth.
Rich Dad Poor Dad: Yes, the classic by Robert Kiyosaki is still the starting point I can rely on to inspire and change mindsets. This book gave me hope back in the 90's when I was working for a boss trying to make ends meet. It showed me the secret to making a living for myself. And what was important about how I treated my finances. It is true that they do not teach you this at school. So if you are feeling stuck try this book to get a new perspective.
The One Page Marketing Plan: To build a successful business, you need to stop doing random acts of marketing and start following a reliable plan for rapid business growth. True words. This book by Allan Dib is a quick and engaging read about how to focus on what is important. Not difficult to do, but just so long as you take action.
Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World: To be successful in the market today, you must possess two strategic assets: a compelling product and a meaningful platform. In this step-by-step guide, Michael Hyatt, takes readers behind the scenes, into the new world of social media. This is also now a classic and Michael Hyatt is a star in this field. But you can use his advice even if you are starting today.
How to Write Copy That Sells: Writing copy that sells without seeming “salesy” can be tough, but is an essential business skill. How To Write Copy That Sells is a step-by-step guide to writing fast, easy-to-read, effective copy. I like Ray Edwards. He seems to be an honest guy teaching us essential skills to communicate better. This book will do that for you.
E-Mail Marketing A Beginner's Guide: Get to grips with the basics of email marketing. I have already referred to the importance of email marketing. Start here.
