Inspiring Reads, Tips, and Tactics
Amazon, Patagonia, Airbnb, Google…believe it or not, they all started as just ideas in someone’s head.
So we’ve rounded up some of our go-to books and ‘beyond’ that will give you a boost if you’re ready to bring your idea to life or want to learn from some of the most creative minds on planet earth.

Books, Podcasts, Videos For…
Getting Inspired, Getting Started, Keeping Momentum Going and Taking Your Thing To The Next Level

Patagonia
Discover Patagonia’s story in Let My People Go Surfing – a blueprint for entrepreneurs building purpose-driven, sustainable businesses
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Amazon
Discover how Amazon built its culture of innovation in Working Backwards, a must-read for founders seeking scalable growth.
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Airbnb
Learn how three friends turned a crazy idea into a global giant that reshaped travel. A tale of disruption, innovation, and risk-taking at it’s finest.
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Apple
Steve Jobs is the definitive biography of Apple’s co-founder, revealing how his vision and drive built one of the world’s most iconic companies.

No Filter uncovers how Instagram grew from a simple photo app into a cultural powerhouse that changed business, celebrity, and the way we connect.
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Netflix
That Will Never Work tells the story of Netflix’s scrappy beginnings, showing how a bold idea grew into a company that completely reinvented entertainment.
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