Ryan Hoover
Founder of Product Hunt, known for supporting tech innovation and product discovery.
18 books recommended
The Untethered Soul
Michael A. Singer
Explores how to free oneself from the limitations of the mind and achieve inner peace.
The Courage to Be Disliked
Ichiro Kishimi
Discusses the philosophy of individual freedom and self-acceptance.
Secrets of Sand Hill Road
Scott Kupor
Insights into venture capital and startup funding.
The Great CEO Within
Matt Mochary
A practical guide for startup CEOs on effective leadership and organizational growth.
Viral Loop
Adam L. Penenberg
Explores how companies like Facebook and LinkedIn used viral growth models, offering insights into the power of network effects.
Taking the Work Out of Networking
Karen Wickre
Provides practical advice on networking effectively and building connections in a comfortable and genuine way.
Indistractable
Nir Eyal
A guide on how to manage distractions and improve focus in the digital age, with practical strategies for increasing productivity.
The Four Steps to the Epiphany
Steve Blank
A foundational guide for startups, outlining the customer development process.
Ikigai
Héctor García
Explores the Japanese concept of "ikigai" (life purpose), offering insights on finding happiness and meaning.
We Are the Nerds
Christine Lagorio-Chafkin
Chronicles the rise of Reddit, detailing its founding and the controversies surrounding the platform.
Why Are We Yelling?
Buster Benson
Examines communication and conflict resolution strategies for personal and professional relationships.
The Messy Middle
Scott Belsky
Offers advice for entrepreneurs on navigating the often-overlooked middle phase of startup life.
Crush It!
Gary Vaynerchuk
A motivational guide on leveraging personal branding and social media to create a successful career.
The Business of Belonging
David Spinks
A guide to creating and managing community-centric businesses.
The Art of Game Design
Jesse Schell
A comprehensive guide on game design principles and the creative process.
Little Moments of Love
Catana Chetwynd
A collection of charming comics capturing sweet, everyday moments in relationships.
Mindful Design
Scott Riley
A guide to integrating mindfulness principles into UX and digital design.
The Courage to be Happy
Ichiro Kishimi
Follows Adlerian psychology, exploring ways to achieve happiness.
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