MY FAVOURITE

READS FOR BUSINESS GROWTH AND SUCCESS

Reading books is important because they expand our minds, inspire new ideas, and open us up to possibilities we might never have considered otherwise.

A few years ago, I started reading about blogging and online business because I wanted to learn more about digital marketing. I was searching for ways to create more freedom in my life, and I knew the online world had so much potential.

Instead of just guessing my way through it, I decided to learn from people who had already built successful businesses online. That changed everything for me. Reading opened my eyes to new ideas, different ways of thinking, and endless possibilities.

It gave me the confidence to take action and start building something for myself—a business that could actually support the kind of life I wanted to live.

These days, it feels like we don’t read enough. We spend so much time scrolling on our phones, taking in tiny bits of information that don’t always add real value to our lives. But when we take the time to sit down and read—whether it’s books, in-depth articles, or inspiring success stories—we start to think differently. Reading helps us see new opportunities we might not have noticed before.

That’s exactly what happened for me. Books completely shifted my mindset and made me realise that building an online business and creating a life on my own terms wasn’t just a dream—it was something I could actually make happen.

Here are the books that fired up my imagination and gave me the confidence to dive into the world of online business!

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Psycho Cybernetics

by Maxwell Maltz

Psycho-Cybernetics" by Maxwell Maltz is one of those books that truly changed how I see myself and my potential. Maltz explains how our self-image shapes everything we do — and how we can reprogram our minds for confidence, success, and growth. It’s a powerful, practical read that I keep coming back to whenever I need a mindset reset.

Think and Grow Rich

by Napoleon Hill

A timeless classic on mindset and success principles. This book showed me that success is all about mindset—who knew my own brain was the biggest hurdle? It taught me to set big goals and not give up, even on days when I’d rather binge-watch Netflix.

The 4-Hour Workweek

by Tim Ferriss

Learn how to design your ideal lifestyle and escape the 9-to-5 grind. This one blew my mind! It made me realize that I could design my business to support my life (and not the other way around), which means more freedom and way less busywork.

You Are a Badass

by Jen Sincero

A fun, motivating read about believing in yourself and going after your dreams. If you ever need a pep talk in book form, this is it. It gave me the confidence to believe in my business idea even when imposter syndrome tried to crash the party.

Atomic Habits

by James Clear

Discover how small habits can lead to massive success. Turns out, tiny changes can lead to massive results—who knew? Building small, good habits has helped me stay on track, even when motivation decides to take the day off.

The Magic of Thinking Big

by David J. Schwartz

Teaches you how to set bigger goals and believe in your potential. This book practically shouted at me to dream bigger and stop selling myself short. It got me aiming higher and realizing that my “crazy” goals weren’t so crazy after all.

The Secret

by Rhonda Byrne

An introduction to the power of manifestation and the law of attraction. I’ll admit, I was skeptical at first, but learning about manifestation and positive thinking actually helped me stay focused on my goals. Plus, it’s fun to imagine success before it happens—kind of like daydreaming, but productive.

Rich Dad Poor Dad

by Robert Kiyosaki

A great read about wealth mindset and financial independence. This one was a total game-changer for how I think about money. It taught me to focus on building assets, not just earning income, which is huge for long-term success.

The Power of Now

by Eckhart Tolle

Learn how living in the present can transform your life and mindset. This book taught me to chill out and live in the moment (easier said than done). It’s helped me stop stressing about the future and focus on what I can do today to grow my business.

Good Vibes, Good Life

by Vex King

A modern take on positivity, self-love, and manifesting your best life. A great reminder to protect my energy and stay positive, especially on rough days. It’s helped me bounce back faster from setbacks—good vibes really are the secret weapon.

The Millionaire Fastlane

by MJ DeMarco

A no-nonsense guide to building wealth and living life on your own terms. This no-BS guide convinced me to stop playing small and go after financial freedom with everything I’ve got. It’s like a kick in the pants to stop dreaming and start doing.

If you’re ready to become a successful entrepreneur and build the life you really want, the first step is learning how to become the kind of person who can come up with great ideas, feel confident, and attract (and keep!) the money you’re aiming for.

The secret? These skills aren’t just something you’re born with—you can learn them by diving into the right books.

HEY I'M EMMA

I help hardworking, passionate women like you start and grow your online business step by step.

A few years ago, I started reading about blogging and online business because I wanted to learn more about digital marketing. I was searching for ways to create more freedom in my life, and I knew the online world had so much potential.

Instead of just guessing my way through it, I decided to learn from people who had already built successful businesses online. That changed everything for me. Reading opened my eyes to new ideas, different ways of thinking, and endless possibilities.

It gave me the confidence to take action and start building something for myself—a business that could actually support the kind of life I wanted to live.

These days, it feels like we don’t read enough. We spend so much time scrolling on our phones, taking in tiny bits of information that don’t always add real value to our lives. But when we take the time to sit down and read—whether it’s books, in-depth articles, or inspiring success stories—we start to think differently. Reading helps us see new opportunities we might not have noticed before.

That’s exactly what happened for me. Books completely shifted my mindset and made me realise that building an online business and creating a life on my own terms wasn’t just a dream—it was something I could actually make happen.

Here are the books that fired up my imagination and gave me the confidence to dive into the world of online business!

I might make a small commission from affiliate links in this post, but it won't cost you anything extra. Please read my disclaimer for more details.

Think and Grow Rich

by Napoleon Hill

A timeless classic on mindset and success principles. This book showed me that success is all about mindset—who knew my own brain was the biggest hurdle? It taught me to set big goals and not give up, even on days when I’d rather binge-watch Netflix.

The 4-Hour Workweek

by Tim Ferriss

Learn how to design your ideal lifestyle and escape the 9-to-5 grind. This one blew my mind! It made me realize that I could design my business to support my life (and not the other way around), which means more freedom and way less busywork.

You Are a Badass

by Jen Sincero

A fun, motivating read about believing in yourself and going after your dreams. If you ever need a pep talk in book form, this is it. It gave me the confidence to believe in my business idea even when imposter syndrome tried to crash the party.

Atomic Habits

by James Clear

Discover how small habits can lead to massive success. Turns out, tiny changes can lead to massive results—who knew? Building small, good habits has helped me stay on track, even when motivation decides to take the day off.

The Magic of Thinking Big

by David J. Schwartz

Teaches you how to set bigger goals and believe in your potential. This book practically shouted at me to dream bigger and stop selling myself short. It got me aiming higher and realizing that my “crazy” goals weren’t so crazy after all.

The Secret

by Rhonda Byrne

An introduction to the power of manifestation and the law of attraction. I’ll admit, I was skeptical at first, but learning about manifestation and positive thinking actually helped me stay focused on my goals. Plus, it’s fun to imagine success before it happens—kind of like daydreaming, but productive.

Rich Dad Poor Dad

by Robert Kiyosaki

A great read about wealth mindset and financial independence. This one was a total game-changer for how I think about money. It taught me to focus on building assets, not just earning income, which is huge for long-term success.

The Power of Now

by Eckhart Tolle

Learn how living in the present can transform your life and mindset. This book taught me to chill out and live in the moment (easier said than done). It’s helped me stop stressing about the future and focus on what I can do today to grow my business.

Good Vibes, Good Life

by Vex King

A modern take on positivity, self-love, and manifesting your best life. A great reminder to protect my energy and stay positive, especially on rough days. It’s helped me bounce back faster from setbacks—good vibes really are the secret weapon.

The Millionaire Fastlane

by MJ DeMarco

A no-nonsense guide to building wealth and living life on your own terms. This no-BS guide convinced me to stop playing small and go after financial freedom with everything I’ve got. It’s like a kick in the pants to stop dreaming and start doing.

If you’re ready to become a successful entrepreneur and build the life you really want, the first step is learning how to become the kind of person who can come up with great ideas, feel confident, and attract (and keep!) the money you’re aiming for.

The secret? These skills aren’t just something you’re born with—you can learn them by diving into the right books.

HEY I'M EMMA

I help hardworking, passionate women like you start and grow your online business step by step.

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