Best Independent Books December 11
We are delighted to recommend the following books from the independent publishing sector.
NON-FICTION
From Group to Team: A Guide to High-Performing Management Teams
by John Ylander
In this book, the author presents a practical and insightful framework designed to help leaders build and sustain high-performing management teams. Combining clear theory with compelling real-world case studies, he illustrates what separates a simple working group from a truly aligned, collaborative, and results-driven team.
Through the Management Team Assessment Model, the author offers leaders a powerful tool to evaluate team effectiveness, identify performance gaps, and implement strategies that enhance collective capability. This book guides readers through the process of transforming team dynamics, shifting from fragmented efforts to coordinated excellence. The author demonstrates how trust, open communication and shared purpose create the foundation for collaboration and long-term success. He also emphasizes the importance of aligning the team’s mission with organizational goals, ensuring clarity, focus and measurable impact.
In an era defined by rapid change and uncertainty, this book equips leaders with the skills to navigate complexity while keeping teams resilient, adaptable and high-functioning.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-9153151340
Your Book or Your Excuse: Why the 1% of Leaders Publish—and the 99% Get Forgotten
by Alinka Rutkowska
There are two kinds of business leaders: the 99 percent, who keep talking about writing a book someday, and the 1 percent who actually do it. Those in that 1 percent then use that book to dominate their field. In this eye-opening guide, Alinka Rutkowska reveals how top entrepreneurs transform a single book into a 24/7 salesperson.
The author describes the role of a business leader’s book in attracting high-value clients, securing $25K+ speaking engagements, drawing media attention, and building unshakable credibility. She dismantles the excuses that hold most leaders back — being too busy, being too uncertain, or believing they’re not ready — and uncovers the hidden ROI that publishing unlocks, from unexpected opportunities to multimillion-dollar deals sparked by one influential read.
Through real case studies from global brands, the author demonstrates how publishing becomes the ultimate authority builder and the key to staying relevant, visible and unforgettable.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637354049
The Revenue Catalyst: Mastering the Art of Sales
by Geoffrey M. Reid
This book is a compelling exploration of the often-neglected art of sales, positioning it as the crucial fifth dimension of business. The author delves into the evolution of sales strategies and their critical role in business success.
This comprehensive guide covers everything from the psychology of sales and effective team development to leveraging data and KPIs for predictable outcomes. It challenges conventional wisdom and fills the gaps left by traditional business education. The author unpacks the science of sales, helping readers understand the psychology behind decision-making and persuasion. He provides strategies for selecting and nurturing top sales talent to build high-performance teams, utilizing KPIs to enhance predictability and efficiency and leveraging practical insights through real-world applications, case studies and hands-on techniques.
This is more than a book; it’s a strategic tool for anyone looking to excel in modern sales, including proactive business students, inquisitive sales professionals, budding entrepreneurs and seasoned executives.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637352793
Pocket Mentor: The Entrepreneur's Guide to Building a Lasting Business from Scratch
by Mark Nureddine
This book is the missing link between where aspiring business people are now and where they want to be. It is for entrepreneurs looking for advice on the opportunities, challenges and pitfalls of entrepreneurship.
In this comprehensive guide to launching and building a lasting business, people can find out which mistakes to avoid; learn if a business idea has the wings to fly; figure out profit margins with a proven formula; discover the type of market research that matters; learn about the legal issues of creating and running a business; read how to work effectively with suppliers; and understand how to launch your product.
All of this comes with the underlying reassurance that the author has been through it all before and has taken time to share his experience with a new generation of entrepreneurs.
An excellent mentoring book providing guidance, motivation and emotional support to the reader — GoodreadsHonors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1943386291
The Funding Framework: Secure Startup Funding With Confidence
by Vijay Rajendran
This guide is packed with actionable insights and expert strategies to empower founders at any stage of their fundraising process. Whether they're navigating equity, debt or a tailored mix, this book equips them to choose the best options for the particular needs of their startups.
This book provides insider knowledge of investor dynamics and shows how to engage effectively with angel investors and venture capitalists. The author explains what people truly look for in potential investments and how to position businesses for success. He details proven strategies to craft compelling pitches, avoid common fundraising pitfalls, and close deals with confidence. He shares behind-the-scenes feedback by investors about pitches. This book helps to simplify the complexities of term sheets and cap tables so as to secure favorable terms during negotiations.
Combining practical advice with deep insights into the world of fundraising, this book offers founders the tools to propel their startups forward. Instead of leaving their funding success to chance, they can take control of their future with this helpful resource.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637353394
In case you missed the books featured in the last newsletter, here they are again:
NON-FICTION
The Seed of Remembering (Creating Golden Roots Book 1)
by Matthew J. Hall
This book brings an invitation to pause, reflect, and reconnect with the essence of a meaningful life. The first installment of a trilogy, it is a guide to stepping beyond the noise of daily routines and rediscovering the quiet strength that lies within.
The author weaves personal experiences with universal wisdom, offering profound yet practical insights that encourage resilience, balance and clarity. He shows how life’s obstacles can become stepping-stones for growth; how beauty can be found in the simplest daily moments; and how deeper connections can transform the way people live. His warm, conversational style makes complex ideas accessible, while his reflections provide a grounded path toward inner peace and renewed perspective.
This book is more than a guide; it is a seed planted for transformation. It is a reminder that individual choices have power, personal stories matter, and independent journeys are part of something far greater. Whether people are seeking purpose, balance or a fresh outlook, this book offers a starting point for cultivating strength and harmony.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Self-Help
ASIN: B0G4JXVKL8
From Rebel To Radical Innovator: Leading The Transformation Through Circularity
by Albin Kaelin
The author’s work embodies the core principles of sustainability, offering a solid framework for industries aiming to become more environmentally responsible and resilient.
This book provides readers the opportunity to learn from an industry veteran celebrated for his contributions to sustainable practices. Readers can master the transition from linear to circular thinking, achieving significant environmental and economic gains. They will discover methods to overhaul management systems and foster groundbreaking innovation, while exploring how industries can shift from rebellious upstarts to leading pioneers of sustainable change. Furthermore, the importance of consumer engagement in driving the sustainability journey is emphasized, highlighting the collective effort required for meaningful transformation.
This book empowers readers to redefine their business practices, create positive impacts, and lead the charge in the sustainability revolution.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637352847
Navigating B2B: Master Your Industry, Your Business, and Yourself
by Steve Ferreira
This book is an insightful guide for professionals looking to excel in the B2B landscape. It contains a unique blend of hilarious, powerful and profound stories that encapsulate the most impactful business lessons learned from a life of entrepreneurial adventure.
The author shares his unorthodox yet effective strategies for mastering B2B relationships and standing out in a competitive market. He teaches how to leverage creativity, charisma and communication skills to transform professional relationships and navigate through the myriad obstacles of the business world. Understand how elements of theatricality are an asset in professional relationships. He explains how to develop the mental fortitude to accept rejection without internalizing the result as a measurement of entrepreneurial worth.
In this book, the author maintains that to reach the highest levels of professional success, it’s necessary to embrace the unconventional. The book contains a unique blend of hilarious, powerful and profound stories that encapsulate the most impactful business lessons learned from a life of entrepreneurial adventure.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637352458
Pivotal Leadership: A Masterclass in Innovation and Persuasion
by Alinka Rutkowska, Bill Akins, Buster Arnwine et al.
This anthology curates thought-transforming articles that have been written by CEOs, entrepreneurs and seasoned leaders.
The articles reveal secrets on how to be effective leaders amid the toughest challenges wherein the toughest calls — the pivotal choices — have to be made. They contain refreshing insights on innovation and persuasion, all distilled from real-world experiences and business expertise.
This book supplies relatable advice and compelling examples for a journey toward sustained success in all aspects of life. It provides essential tools and wisdom to thrive in today’s ever-changing landscape. This invaluable resource acts as a personal mentor, guiding people in self-discovery and toward achieving leadership aspirations.
Honors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 978-1637353141
How to Avoid Strangers on Airplanes: Survival Guide for the Frequent Business Traveler
by Brandon C. Blewett
Written with well-traveled professionals in mind, this book is a hilarious take on the trials and tribulations of frequent flying.
The author, who has driven more than $210 billion in global transactions and boasts "Million Miler" status, draws from his extensive travel experience and impressive career to offer witty observations and practical advice. From identifying the six habits of highly annoying travelers to turning those encounters into professional growth opportunities, this guide is filled with hilarious anecdotes and reflective questions. He describes the nuances of air travel and its parallels to professional life through real-life examples of patience, readiness and humility paying off.
Packed with valuable lessons on leadership and career advancement, this book offers guidance about the importance of building strong teams and seeking critical feedback.
Blewett’s book is most entertaining when it’s at its snarkiest. — KirkusHonors: seen on MarketWatch
Category: Business
ISBN: 979-8339626329
We trust that your readers will enjoy our hand-picked selection.
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Warm regards,
Alinka Rutkowska
CEO, LibraryBub
