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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.
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…
Hint Founder Kara Goldin Says When it Comes to Entrepreneurship, Just Get Started
The following is excerpted from “Undaunted” by Kara Goldin Copyright© 2020 by Kara Goldin. Used by permission of HarperCollins…
This is the Secret to Building a Successful Startup Team
How do you build your best startup team? Entrepreneurship is a wild ride, with huge challenges, exhilarating ups…
Third Shift Entrepreneur: Keep Your Day Job, Build Your Dream Job
The following is excerpted from Todd Connor’s book, “Third Shift Entrepreneur,” published by Wiley, released in September 2020. Find…
Mindful Leadership is the Formula for Success, Says This Business Strategist
I have seen the mantra of “People First, Always” work in organizations of all shapes and sizes. You…
Understand the Rewards, Risks and Requirements Before Pursuing Your Dream
The following is excerpted from “Ruthless Consistency: How Committed Leaders Execute Strategy, Implement Change, and Build Organizations That Win” by…
This CEO Debunks the Myth of the Overnight Success (and What it Really Takes to Succeed)
In 2015, CEO and bestselling author Robert Glazer started sending a weekly note of inspiration to his team…
Former Airbnb Chief Ethics Officer Says Integrity is a Superpower in Business
The following is adapted from “Intentional Integrity: How Smart Companies Can Lead an Ethical Revolution” by Rob Chesnut (St.…