The Best Small Business Books of 2014 Recommended by Insightly

As we reach the end of the year, it’s a natural time for reflection. You might find yourself thinking about the things you’ve learned, reviewing your achievements, and planning your goals for the new year.

If growing your business is among your New Year’s resolutions, but you’re not sure where to begin, we’ve compiled a list of some of the best small business books of 2014 to help you reach your goal.

	Accounting for the Numberphobic: A Survival Guide for Small Business Owners by Dawn Fotopulos Does the word “accounting” fill you with dread? Never fear—Dawn Fotopulos is here! In this book, she demystifies accounting through illustrated real-world examples. You’ll learn simple steps you can put into practice to better measure and understand the health of your business.
	A World Gone Social: How Companies Must Adapt to Survive by Ted Coine and Mark Babbit If you think having a social media strategy is just for big companies, think again. Through stories of social media success and failure at organizations like Zappos, Bank of America, and Southwest Airlines, you’ll learn all you need to know to not only survive the world of social media, but to actually thrive.
	Nonstop Sales Boom: Powerful Strategies to Drive Consistent Growth Year after Year by Colleen Francis If your sales results unpredictably waver between highs and lows, this book is for you. You’ll learn how to break the cycle by recognizing and nurturing all four critical stages of client engagement, resulting in a regular flow of prospects moving seamlessly through your sales pipeline.
	The Small Business Life Cycle: A No-Fluff Guide to Navigating the Five Stages of Small Business Growth by Charlie Gilkey Whether you’re just starting out or have been around the block a time or two, this book is a must-read for small business owners. It will help you to determine which of the five stages of small business growth you’re currently in and, more importantly, what you need to do to make your business grow stronger.
	The Daily Entrepreneur: 33 Success Habits for Small Business Owners, Freelancers, and Aspiring 9-to-5 Escape Artists by Rebecca Livermore You can train yourself to build a successful business, the trick is to establish habits that will get you there. This book will help you do just that. You’ll learn valuable lessons such as how to stand out from the competition, how to overcome stress and burnout, and even how to build solid business connections—all with the goal of helping you run your business more efficiently.

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Jess Greene-Pierson is Insightly’s Senior Customer Experience Manager, and she’s passionate about helping our customers get the most out of Insightly and grow their business.