Change, risk, and grit: 9 books that shaped the world’s greatest leaders

Produced by: Manoj Kumar

Hard Realities

The Hard Thing About Hard Things candidly addresses the grueling challenges entrepreneurs face, offering leadership insights and tough decision-making strategies for CEOs.

Startup Revolution

In The Lean Startup, Eric Ries advocates for rapid experimentation and validated learning, showing entrepreneurs how to build impactful, sustainable businesses quickly.

Innovative Thinking

Peter Thiel’s Zero to One challenges leaders to create groundbreaking startups, emphasizing innovation and building something entirely new, not just incremental improvements.

Purpose First

Simon Sinek’s Start with Why inspires leaders to find their “why”—a purpose that motivates teams, influences success, and creates lasting impact in both life and business.

Decision Dynamics

Daniel Kahneman’s Thinking, Fast and Slow explores human decision-making, dissecting how intuitive and analytical thinking processes shape leadership and business choices.

From Good

Jim Collins’ Good to Great uncovers why “good is the enemy of great,” analyzing how companies transform into extraordinary successes through leadership and discipline.

Effective Habits

Stephen Covey’s The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People introduces timeless habits that empower individuals to achieve professional success and personal growth.

Nike’s Journey

Phil Knight’s Shoe Dog shares a riveting memoir of Nike’s rise, detailing the grit, risks, and challenges behind building one of the world’s most iconic brands.

Adapting Change

Who Moved My Cheese? by Spencer Johnson is a powerful parable on embracing change, using relatable metaphors to highlight the importance of agility and adaptability.