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Book excerpts are carefully curated from books selected by StartupNation’s editorial staff, written by leading business authors, thought leaders and entrepreneurs.
Surviving and Thriving Post-Pandemic in a World of Constant Digital Transformation
The following is excerpted from “Everybody Wants to Rule the World: Surviving and Thriving in a World of…
The 6 Elements of a Great Workplace Culture Your Startup Needs in 2021
The following is excerpted with permission from the publisher, Wiley, from “Upstanding: How Company Character Catalyzes Loyalty, Agility,…
A Blockbuster Retail Franchisee Reveals Why The Chain Was Built to Fail
The following is adapted from the book “Built to Fail: The Inside Story of Blockbuster’s Inevitable Bust.” Blockbuster…
Leading with Authenticity: How to Become and Remain an Authentic Brand
The following is excerpted from “Make It Don’t Fake It” by Sabrina Horn (2021), ISBN 978-1523091492, with permission…
Expert Advice for the 4 Million People Who Launched a Business in 2020
The following is adapted from “Startup CXO: A Field Guide to Scaling Up Your Company’s Critical Functions and…
Here’s Why Market Timing is Everything When it Comes to Startup Success
The following is excerpted from “SUPER FOUNDERS: What Data Reveals About Billion-Dollar Startups” by Ali Tamaseb. Copyright © 2021. Available…
How to Maximize Your Profitable Growth in Your Chosen Market Segments
The following is excerpted from “Choose Your Customer: How to Compete Against the Digital Giants and Thrive” by…
The Secret Behind Unicorn Success of StockX? Start Before You’re Ready
The following is excerpted from “Big Little Breakthroughs: How Small, Everyday Innovations Drive Oversized Results” by Josh Linkner,…
Why Startups Fail: A Harvard Business School Professor’s Letter to a First-Time Founder
The following is excerpted from the book “Why Startups Fail” by Tom Eisenmann. Copyright © 2021 by Tom Eisenmann.…
How to Overcome the Self-Sabotage of Self-Doubt
The following is excerpted from “Seize the Yay.” Copyright 2021. Reprinted with permission from Murdoch Books, an imprint…
The Entrepreneur’s Paradox: The One Letter That Changes Fear into Power
The following is excerpted from “The Entrepreneur’s Paradox“ by Curtis Morley (Mango Publishing, March 16, 2021). Language is one…
Starting a Family Business? Avoid These 5 Mistakes in Your Continuity Plan
The following is excerpted from “The Harvard Business Review Family Business Handbook: How to Build and Sustain a…
Branding Yourself: A Guide for Extraordinary Entrepreneurship
The following is excerpted from “From Suck to Success: A Guide for Extraordinary Entrepreneurship” (Tulip Media, February 26,…
Ready to Launch Your Inner Entrepreneur? It’s Time to Shift Your Mindset
The following is excerpted from “Launch Your Inner Entrepreneur: 10 Mindset Shifts for Women to Take Action, Unleash…
A Smarter and Faster Path to Entrepreneurial Success: Achieve More From Less
The following is excerpted from “Entrepreneur to Millionaire: How to Build a Highly Profitable, Fast-Growth Company and Become…
Why Entrepreneurs Need Mental Strength to Succeed
The lure of launching your own business can be enticing; but striking out on your own has a…
Setting These 3 Types of Goals is Essential to Your Startup’s Success
The following is excerpted from “Exit Rich: The 6 P Method to Sell Your Business for Huge Profit” (January…
This Franchising Expert Shares Game-Changing Steps to Becoming a Thriving Franchise Superstar
The following is excerpted from “The Wealthy Franchisee: Game-Changing Steps to Becoming a Thriving Franchise Superstar” by Scott Greenberg, Entrepreneur Press,…
Why Entrepreneurs Shouldn’t Be Afraid to Ask for Help
The following is adapted from “Mr. Monkey and Me: A Real Survival Guide for Entrepreneurs” by Mike Smerklo. Copyright 2020…
Seth Godin Talks Creativity and How to Find Your Passion
In his newest book, “The Practice: Shipping Creative Work,” author and entrepreneur Seth Godin provides the roadmap for…