In this post we will discuss the best motivational books all introvert entrepreneurs need to read. Especially if you are running an online business!
Why is it so important to read motivation books
I think we can all agree that entrepreneurship can be a lonely road. Especially if you have an online business which means there’s limited in person interaction. Now, I know as an introvert we actually love this and thrive off of it! There’s nothing better than being able to work from home, stay cozy and not have to interact with anyone. But no matter how much we love this, we still need motivation and we need to feel inspired. And the best way to do this is with self development books.
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If anything, I feel like inspirational books are literally meant for introverts! Don’t you just love to cuddle up with your fav hot beverage and read a good book. No, you do not need to put on makeup and change out of your pajamas to get motivated. You can do it while sitting on your couch wrapped up in your favourite blanket!
Okay, I know this might sound a little funny but I actually think reading books written by people we look up to gives us a sense of mentorship by that person. You can implement strategies and take on the mindset of someone who has done what you want to do. It’s pretty cool I’d say!
Let’s chat about 3 motivation books that will set you up for success in your online business!
- Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo
- You are a Badass by Jen Sincero
- Atomic Habits by James Clear
Everything is Figureoutable by Marie Forleo
This was honestly one of the most inspiring books I have ever read and I highly recommend it! If you are running a business I can guarantee you have had to do things you never knew how to or even expected to do. Especially if you are a solopreneur doing all of the things. It can be extremely frustrating and even disheartening when these things come up. But having this mindset that ‘everything is figureoutable’ really does help.
If someone else out there is able to do something then so are you! If there’s someone you look up to in the same industry as you, you better believe you can do exactly what they have done. If they were able to figure it out, so are you!
The thought that everything can be figured out is a great mindset to have in your business and personal life. No obstacle is too great for you to overcome. If there’s a will there’s a way! Having this belief will be super helpful throughout your business. When you first start out and as it grows. Whether we like it or not there will always be something new to learn. And if we have to learn it anyways why not go into it with the mindset that you can figure it out, because I truly believe you can!
This is one of the most impactful books on self growth
Marie shares stories from her life and others who have taken on this belief. The first time I read this book was in 2020. Even if I don’t remember every story she shared or every step in the book. I find myself saying ‘everything is figureoutable’ every time I come across something in my business that scares me or I simply don’t know how to do.
Of course, she shares a whole lot more in the book than this one sentence. But it all comes down to motivating and inspiring the reader to believe in themselves. To take action even when it feels like you have no idea what action to even take. If you have a problem to overcome, just keep going, keep trying different things, just don’t give up. There is always a way to do even the things that seem the most impossible.
This one simple sentence has had such a big impact on my online business journey and I believe it could have on yours too. This is a great book to read for personal development and to build resiliency.
You are a Badass by Jen Sincero
When it comes to self-development books, this one is motivating and super fun to read! Jen Sincero comes across as such a relatable person. This is a book you can probably get through in a day, it’s a really easy read!
It’s kind of like having a girlfriend give you a pep talk, that’s how I felt. It makes you remember to dream big and go for whatever it is you want! Jen shares her story from being broke to achieving financial success. She shares how to overcome your limiting beliefs, build confidence and make your dreams come true.
She shares practical tips and how to use the law of attraction to achieve success. It’s the perfect balance of work and woo! You need to believe in what you are capable of and work towards it!
The reason I love this book for introverted entrepreneurs specifically is because we sometimes need a little kick in the butt to get out of our comfort zones. Sometimes we just need that reminder that we are badasses and we can do/achieve anything we want! If you have struggled with believing you can make a change or have let your fears hold you back then this is a great book for you!
Bonus personal development books: You are a Badass at Making Money by Jen Sincero
I purchased both of these books together. I have a similar review for both of them, easy to read and very inspiring! You are a Badass at Making Money just takes You are a Badass one step further. It focuses on similar ideas: self belief, law of attraction, changing your mindset to attract financial success.
I enjoyed reading both of her books, they’re easy and fun! If you want a quick pick me up then these are perfect for you!
Atomic Habits by James Clear
I just want to say, this book is a way of living life. Like it’s so much more than most motivational and inspirational books. You can apply the advice James shares to so many aspects of your life. Whether it’s fitness, eating healthy or growing your online business.
I mean, he shares so many valuable insights and practical tips on how to build habits. But what I loved the most and why I believe it’s great for introverted online business owners is because he believes what I always share; you are not going to achieve your goals overnight. There is no such thing as making a change today and expecting results tomorrow. And I know you know this but in the world of online business we see people preaching this all the time!
- “Make $10K in 90 days!”
- “Launch today and get booked out in a week!”
- “Make 6 figures in your first year of business!”
We are promised insane results all the time. Whether they can provide them or not or whether we believe them or not. Either way, this is paraded around social media all the time. I am sure there are people who have achieved these results. I don’t know who but maybe some of these coaches who share this did achieve these results.
But the truth is, it’s so very rare to have overnight success. I would even consider six figures in a year to be an overnight success. I mean that’s not an easy or common thing to do! What I do believe is there may have been other contributing factors in someone getting those results. I’m not here to argue or disagree with these ideas.
I believe that success comes from a compounding effect
You can spend months or years writing consistent blog posts and one day it will just take off! The people who see your business at that time won’t know how many days and hours went into getting to that point. It’s like an iceberg, there’s so much under the surface and people only see the top.
In Atomic Habits, James shares:
“The purpose of setting goals is to win the game. The purpose of building systems is to continue playing the game. True long-term thinking is goal-less thinking. It’s not about any single accomplishment. It is about the cycle of endless refinement and continuous improvement. Ultimately, it is your commitment to the process that will determine your progress.”
You can take everything he teaches and apply it to many different aspects of your life. I personally loved his ideas in terms of content creation to grow your business over time. I think it’s great. And as you’ve heard me preach many times, I do believe content creation (specifically through blogging) is the best way to grow an online business in an introvert friendly way!
Conclusion on Motivational books
I hope these were helpful and if you do read them (or have read them) leave a comment below. Let me know your thoughts and what your biggest takeaways were. Or if you have any other books you recommend please share!
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