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The Innovation Stack: Building an Unbeatable Business One Crazy Idea at a Time
As I was walking, I was reminded that it's time to write an article about bookish gift ideas for small business owners. This year has been a crazy one. And I wondered how I could best serve you.
I’m feeling a certain amount of angst. There are so many people riding the same bandwagon and saying the exact things. How can anyone stand out?
I want to make it easier for you, so I hope this post is helpful to you. As a way to give back, in April I hosted Read 30 Books in 30 Days. Although I created the event, I actively participated. And one of the things I noticed, was out of the 30 books I read, I considered only about seven of them great books. Sadly, many of the books were saying the exact same things. I was delighted when I came across the unexpected.
With that in mind, for the bookish gift ideas for small business owners, I want to first focus on books that are not necessarily bestsellers, but have an important message. Additionally, as a way to continue to build my brand, I created some swag for my company. I have also included the links to the merchandise. Your continued support means a lot to me.
Reading a book summary is an excellent way to get the key concepts from business books. It’s also a great way to decide which books to buy to explore more deeply. Click the Readitforme link to join. Think of this subscription as your speed-reading superpower. You read the summary, therefore, you can digest and process the book faster.
Bookish Gift Ideas for Small Business Owners: Reading List
Several people have told me they're having a hard time focusing because of what's going on in the world. The pandemic fills people with uncertainty. And Black Lives Matter makes many more conscious about the injustices in the world. Because of the pandemic, many business models no longer work, so small business owners have to find new ways of doing things.
As a start, the antidote is a way for people to focus on the things that matter. Two books that come to mind are The Bullet Journal Method
and Mind Hacking. After you've regained your focus, to pivot, you need to find the right opportunities to pursue. The go-to books in this instance are The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday, Opportunity by Eben Pagan and The Art of Possibility by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander.
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. After you've regained your focus, to pivot, you need to find the right opportunities to pursue. The go-to books in this instance are 
by Ryan Holiday, 
by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander.The Bullet Journal MethodMind HackingThe Obstacle is the WayOpportunityThe Art of Possibility
How do you plan to capitalize on the opportunities? It's worth checking out The 12 Week Year
by Brian P. Moran and Michael Lennington and 0.1%: Join The Club of The Richest, Healthiest, Happiest
by Simeon Ivanov. It's always a good bet for a small business owner to devour Zero to One
by Peter Thiel and Innovation Stack
by Jim McKelvey.
The 12 Week Year0.1%: Join The Club of The Richest, Healthiest, HappiestZero to OneThe Innovation Stack
The books mentioned above will give any small business owner a great start. These books will make a difference for you. In another post, I'll continue the book list where this one leaves off.
Have you read?
The Bullet Journal Method by Ryder Carroll, Book Review
Summary: Mind Hacking by Sir John Hargrave
The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday, Book Review
When Opportunity Knocks Do You Grab It Or Allow It to Slip By?
Book Review The Art of Possibility: Transforming Professional and Personal Life
0.1%: Join The Club of The Richest, Healthiest by Simeon Ivanov
Zero to One by Peter Thiel, Book Review
Book Review – The Innovation Stack by Jim McKelvey
Bookish Gifts for Small Business Owners: Literary Board Games
I grew up in Jamaica and for a long time, there was only one television station. To pass the time I read books. Reading is often a solitary activity. So what else can bookish people do? I used to love playing board games with friends and family. Playing a board game is a great way to have family time.
It was very gratifying to discover literary board games. If you're a Jane Austen fan, you may appreciate Marrying Mr. Darcy Board Game and Pride and Prejudice Trivia Game. Are you a fan of Dune, the science fiction book? You may want to give Gale Force Nine Dune Board Game or Dune Ixians & Tleilaxu House Expansion.
Marrying Mr. Darcy Board GameJane Austen's Pride and Prejudice Trivia Game by Marina GamesGale Force Nine Dune Board GameDune Ixians & Tleilaxu House Expansion
I love Sherlock Holmes, so I was delighted to see Deluxe 221B Baker Street Board Game — 200 Intriguing Adventures, Sherlock Holmes — The Thames Murders & Other Cases, Sherlock Holmes Consulting: Detective Jack the Ripper & West End Adventures Strategy Board Game, and 221 B Baker Street: Sherlock Holmes, The Time Machine.
Deluxe 221B Baker Street Board Game – 200 Intriguing Adventures 2-6 PlayersSherlock Holmes – The Thames Murders & Other CasesSherlock Holmes Consulting: Detective Jack the Ripper & West End Adventures Strategy Board Game221 B Baker Street: Sherlock Holmes, The Time Machine
Booktastic Modern Best-Selling Fiction Edition reminded me of the Monopoly game, except in this instance, you're buying, selling and collecting books. Bookopoly is another spin on Monopoly. This fantasy game, Ex Libris, allows you to channel your inner librarian. Which rare books will you get to organize?
A story start is so important. It Was a Dark and Stormy Night tests your knowledge of popular first lines, the name of the book and its author. I'm sure you're familiar with Trivial Pursuit, but did you know about Trivial Pursuit Book Lover's Edition?
Booktastic Modern Best-Selling Fiction EditionBookopoly Board GameEx LibrisIt Was a Dark & Stormy NightHasbro Trivial Pursuit Book Lover's Edition
Bookish Gift Ideas for Small Business Owner: Art, Mugs, and More
A few months ago, I discovered Society6 on a Pinterest webinar. The company has been around for over 20 years and they offer some cool stuff. I decided to do a search to see what bookish gift ideas I'd find. And I wasn't disappointed.
Stay Home No. 1 Art Print
Reading Naked n.2 Mini Art PrintI Saw Her In the Library Art PrintCool cats read books PosterBook & Coffee Art PrintBookshelf Books Library Bookworm Reading Face MaskFeminist Ruth Bader Ginsburg RBG Quote Girl With Book Women PosterBook Lovers Art PrintKing of Horror 2 Tote BagDrink Good Coffee Read Good Booksbook lovers Canvas PrintHome sweet home Stationery Cards
Bookish Gifts Ideas for Small Business Owners: The Invisible Mentor Swag
Recently, I refreshed my business logo. And on top of that, I got a logo design for my core product, MoreReads: Blueprint to Change the World. There are people who want to support me in what I do, and this is a way to do so. I need to know that my work matters. And that it changes lives. I uploaded the designs to Society 6. Additionally, I have a shop on my website, The Invisible Mentor .
The most accomplished people read books every day. They carve out the time in their schedule. When they face a problem, they often find the solution embedded in the pages of a book. Let me help you to solve your own problems. Click the link MoreReads: Blueprint to Change the World to buy.
Clothing
The Right Books Can Change the World Long Sleeve T-shirtBooks Can Change the World Logo HoodyThe Right Books Can Change the World Unisex V-NeckThe Right Books Can Change the World Unisex V-NeckBooks Can Change the World Logo T-shirt
Art, Tote, Travel Mug & More
Books Can Change the World Logo Art PrintThe Right Books Can Change the World Laptop & iPad SkinBooks Can Change the World Logo Throw PillowThe Right Books Can Change the World Can CoolerThe Invisible Mentor Logo Tote BagThe Right Books Can Change the World Framed Mini Art PrintThe Right Books Can Change the World Throw PillowBooks Can Change the World Face MaskBooks Can Change the World Logo Travel MugThe Right Books Can Change the World Carry-All PouchBooks Can Change the World Logo Tote BagThe Right Books Can Change the World Backpack
Books Can Change the World Logo Stationery Cards
The Right Books Can Change the World Fanny PackBooks Can Change the World Logo Framed Mini Art PrintThe Invisible Mentor Logo Travel MugBooks Can Change the World Logo Wood Wall ArtThe Right Books Can Change the World Coffee Mug
If you click on a link and buy something from Amazon or Society6, the organization will pay me a small commission!
