Welcome to our Best Entrepreneur Books Collection. Here you’ll find summaries of the best books for entrepreneurs.
Whether you’re a beginner launching a startup or a business owner growing an established business, these must-reads will inspire you and give you the knowledge to succeed.
"Measure What Matters" by John Doerr is a book about a system called OKRs (Objectives and Key Results).
It’s a simple way to set goals and measure progress so you can stay focused and get things done.
The book shows how big companies like Google and Intel use OKRs to dominate their industries, and how you can use them too—whether for a team, a business, or even for your personal goals.
Why should you read it?
You should read Measure What Matters because it teaches a super simple and powerful way to set goals as a team and actually achieve them. There are great case studies from inside top companies and startups like YouTube, Adobe, and MyFitnessPal.
Trying the method, I was able to focus on my top goals and make progress on them in a measurable way.
If you want a clear plan for reaching your goals and a way to track how you're doing, this book is awesome.