Books Recommended by Jeff Bezos

Founder of Amazon and Blue Origin, known for transforming e-commerce and advancing private space exploration.

Why Jeff

Welcome to Hustler’s Library’s list of Books Recommended by Jeff Bezos! But first, who is Jeff Bezos? He’s the groundbreaking founder of Amazon and a key player in multiple industries. At Hustler’s Library, we’ve gathered all the books that have influenced this entrepreneurial powerhouse. Dive in to learn from Bezos’s top picks!

What Jeff Reads

The Everything Store

The Everything Store: Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon by Brad Stone

“Invent and Wander” is a curated collection of writings and public statements by Jeff Bezos, compiled into a single volume. The book provides a deep dive into Bezos’s thoughts on innovation, customer obsession, and long-term thinking.

Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap and Others Don't" by Jim Collins

Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap... and Others Don't by Jim Collins

Focuses on how today’s entrepreneurs use continuous innovation to create radically successful businesses.

The Innovator's Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail" by Clayton M. Christensen

The Innovator's Dilemma: When New Technologies Cause Great Firms to Fail" by Clayton M. Christensen

Discusses how successful companies can do everything “right” and still lose their market leadership.

Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies by Jim Collins and Jerry I. Porras

Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies by Jim Collins

Collins returns to explore why certain companies withstand the test of time. If you’re looking to build a lasting company, this book comes highly recommended by various business leaders, including Jeff Bezos.

The Innovator's Solution

The Innovator's Solution: Creating and Sustaining Successful Growth by Clayton Christensen

As a follow-up to “The Innovator’s Dilemma,” this book offers concrete techniques for companies looking to drive disruptive innovation. It’s a roadmap for sustainable growth and offers a unique take on business strategy.

The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement by Eliyahu Goldratt

The Goal: A Process of Ongoing Improvement by Eliyahu Goldratt

Goldratt’s book is a compelling story that introduces the Theory of Constraints, a framework for optimizing production and workflows. It’s a staple read for those interested in operational excellence.

Rework by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson

Rework by David Heinemeier Hansson and Jason Fried

“Rework” challenges conventional business wisdom, advocating for simpler, less-is-more approaches. This quick read is packed with straightforward advice for anyone looking to rethink their approach to work and business.

black swan

The Black Swan: The Impact of the Highly Improbable by Nassim Nicholas Taleb

Taleb’s work explores the significance of improbable events and how they often have unforeseeable impacts.

Creation: Life and How to Make It by Steve Grand

Creation: Life and How to Make It by Steve Grand

This intriguing book explores the intersection of technology and life, discussing the possibilities of creating artificial life. Grand’s work is an interesting read for anyone intrigued by the ethical and technical aspects of technology’s role in life creation.

Books by Jeff

Invent and Wander

Invent and Wander

“Invent and Wander” is a curated collection of writings and public statements by Jeff Bezos, compiled into a single volume. The book provides a deep dive into Bezos’s thoughts on innovation, customer obsession, and long-term thinking.

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