Some are born to be organizers and others just pick it up along the way when they decide that they want to operate a business. However, being an entrepreneur has financial risks, so it not only takes making mistakes to learn and gain experience, but it also requires an open mind and willingness to listen - or in this case, read.

Here are ten books you should read before the year 2018 comes in!

Written by Tim Ferriss, the entrepreneur and strategist has shared the productivity secrets of over 200 famous figures he has interviewed. It has tactics, routines, and habits that you ought to pick up as you read to help you down that path of entrepreneurship.

Angela Duckworth is a psychologists who has claimed that passion and persistence is what brings successful results, not just talent and definitely not luck. The book explains this concept as its author has experienced this in her class, noting how those who excelled are the ones who had perseverance and motivation.

Not everyone is born with a silver spoon in his or her mouth, and Daymond John is one such person who started with handing out flyers or waiting on tables. In this book, he shared how starting a business without any income would push you to be creative, to think outside of the box, and lead you to be innovative.

Whenever you see that logo, you know it’s Nike. Phil Knight created the now multinational corporation from a budget of $50 his father had lent him. This philanthropist wanted to import running shoes from Japan, shoes of high-quality but also cost low. Shoe Dog is an interesting and also inspirational read for those who are only starting out.

Don’t let the cover send you away, but Dan Lyons’ book, though messy, discusses what happens when a journalist decided to tackle a job in software marketing. Join this former magazine writer in how he got to where he is during his time at Hubspot.

What an aesthetically pleasing cover. Adam Grant revealed to us how people can improve the status quo simply by coming up with original and creative ideas. It’s not easy stepping away from your comfort zone, but sometimes, it’s the first step to the road you were meant to take.

Peter H. Diamandis & Steven Kotler has written this book that covers the idea of protecting the environment, granted how many businesses are compelled to be a part of change in society. This is more for those who must have an open mind as a businessman as they need to explore beyond what they know when it comes to philanthropy.

Innovation, time management, and success; Eric Ries helps entrepreneurs to validate their ideas and put their vision to the test. It will push them to adapt, as well as to apply changes needed before a situation escalates. Anyone can make it for as long as they are determined. This can be helpful for those who are stuck and in need of a new approach.

Feeling down? Lacking motivation? If the reason for these are due to your financial issue, then grab a copy of Chris Guillebeau’s book. It covers stories of successful entrepreneurs who are making 5-figures despite having started with just a few bucks. The road to success is never easy, but how can you know if you’ll get there without trying?

Jason Fried & David Hansson wanted a different type of approach, which makes the title of the book quite fitting. These two decided to team up and get back to the basics in order to create a fresh, new system that would make aspiring businessmen and women to follow their dreams and work their way in accomplishing their goals. A great book for those who learn best by doing.