At Butler & Co Advisory, we believe that to have a better business, one must first become a better business owner. As professional service business owners, you already understand that it’s crucial to continuously improve our skills and knowledge. Reading is one of the best ways to do so.

As an experienced advisor, I have come across numerous books on business, entrepreneurship, personal growth, and leadership. I have read over 500 books on these topics, and I have condensed them into the top seven "best of the best" books that will help you become a better business owner.

The E-Myth Revisited by Michael Gerber

If you are like most business owners, you started your business because you are excellent at your profession. However, growing and managing a business involves much more than just being good at your craft. This book will give you the necessary education to run your business successfully.

The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Steven Covey

The habits in this classic book can help improve both your personal and professional life. The habits include being proactive, beginning with the end in mind, prioritising tasks, seeking to understand others, and sharpening your skills.

Crucial Conversations by Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, Ron McMillan, Al Switzler, Emily Gregory

As business owners and leaders, we need to have difficult conversations with employees, customers, and suppliers. This book will provide you with the skills to handle such conversations effectively.

Mastering The Rockefeller Habits by Verne Harnish

This book will teach you fundamental practices that have remained unchanged for over a century. It includes creating a one-page strategic plan, practical actions to strengthen your culture, and the daily huddle, a practice that can save you time and remove you from the centre of the hub and spoke.

Checklist Manifesto by Atul Gawande

Often, the best systems are the simplest ones. This highly readable book will inspire you to use checklists to achieve stunning results in your business.

The Greatest Salesman in the World by Og Mandino

Sales is a critical aspect of any business. This book will teach you how to approach sales differently and how to help your clients achieve real change and real results. As an added bonus, this book will make you a better person, a better leader to your team and a better professional to your clients.

Challenger Sale by Matthew Dixon and Brent Adamson

If you sell complex business-to-business solutions, this book is a must-read. It will teach you how to replicate the success of the top-performing sales reps, the Challengers.

If you are short on time but still want to improve your business skills, I invite you to book a 15-minute Fast Track Call with me. As an experienced advisor, I can help you improve your business and become a better owner. There is no fee or sales pressure.