Are you one of those people who dream of making a living from your own business, but still wonder where to start? Building a network, taking courses, consuming content about the entrepreneurial world is very important in this first step. Here we have a list of five books that will help you with the new world of entrepreneurship.

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The myth of the entrepreneur

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Michael E. Gerber presents methods in this book for the reader to better prepare themselves, increase business productivity and maintain a positive attitude when undertaking business. With more than three million copies sold around the world, this book is ideal for anyone who wants to understand more about the phases of a company and how to develop it. The volume brings several examples, whether about mistakes made by entrepreneurs or ideas that can be applied to any type of venture. 

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The art of making it happen

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A book for anyone interested in the area of ​​management, organization and execution of a business. David Allen created the Getting Things Done (GTD) , which consists of a business management system. The author defends the theory of keeping “the mind clear as water” and highlights the importance of having a balance between personal and professional life. The book is the result of 30 years of research and presents new technologies that can help with workflow management, in addition to showing the latest discoveries in cognitive science.

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Rich dad, poor dad

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The book leads the reader to several reflections such as “does school prepare children for the real world?” The message from authors Robert T. Kyiosaki and Sharon Lechter is very bold and direct: a good education and high grades are not enough to bring security and success to anyone's life. Making it clear that the need to have knowledge about money and finances does not only depend on the career you are looking for, but also on having control over your own destiny.

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When in doubt, don't undertake!

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Fábio Rodrigues' work is written in a realistic way that will keep you away from that utopian idea that having your own business is synonymous with immediate success. The author classifies the book as an acid test to determine the reader's desire to undertake. Nine basic concepts for entrepreneurship are presented with humorous tips and stories told in the first person. 

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CEO Handbook

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A book full of lessons to help women seeking leadership and management positions in their careers. Authors Sharon Hadary and Laura Henderson are leadership experts and businesswomen and show real experience on how to deal with management positions without getting lost in the mistakes and pitfalls of the corporate world. It is a book that offers essential information to women who intend to undertake and want to become great leaders.

Did you like the reading tips? They were given by businessmen Mariana Fernandes and Vinícius Postai. Responsible for two networks of entrepreneurs here in Brasília: Rede Fluida and Moai. Want to know a little more about the initiatives? Listen to the ninth episode of our Empreenda BSB podcast .