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Shoe Dog: A Memoir by the Creator of Nike
"Shoe Dog" is a memoir by Phil Knight, co-founder of Nike, that tells the story of the company's early days and the struggles, challenges, and triumphs he faced in building one of the most successful and iconic brands in the world. A fascinating read for anyone interested in entrepreneurship and business.

Creativity, Inc.: Overcoming the Unseen Forces That Stand in the Way of True Inspiration
"Creativity Inc" is a book by Ed Catmull, co-founder of Pixar Animation Studios, that explores the principles and practices behind the studio's success in fostering creativity and producing blockbuster films. A must-read for anyone in the creative industry.

Kings of Crypto: One Startup's Quest to Take Cryptocurrency Out of Silicon Valley and Onto Wall Street
"Kings of Crypto" is a book about the story of the rise of Coinbase, one of the most valuable crypto companies. It tells the story of how its founders Brian Armstrong and Fred Ehrsam, created the platform and turned it into a billion-dollar business, and how they navigated through the challenges and opportunities of the crypto industry.

Console Wars: Sega, Nintendo, and the Battle that Defined a Generation
"Console Wars: Sega, Nintendo, and the Battle that Defined a Generation" is a book that tells the story of the intense rivalry between Sega and Nintendo during the 1990s, as they fought to dominate the home video game market.

Steve Jobs
"Steve Jobs" is a biography by Walter Isaacson that offers an in-depth look at the life of the co-founder and former CEO of Apple, detailing his remarkable career and the many innovations he brought to the world of technology.

The Ride of a Lifetime: Lessons Learned from 15 Years as CEO of the Walt Disney Company
"Ride of a Lifetime" is a memoir by Robert Iger, former CEO of the Walt Disney Company, that details the major strategic decisions and leadership lessons he learned during his tenure, including the acquisition of Pixar, Marvel, Lucasfilm, and 21st Century Fox.

The Everything Store: Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon
"The Everything Store: Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon" is a book by Brad Stone that tells the story of how Jeff Bezos founded and built Amazon into one of the most influential and successful companies in the world, and the leadership and business strategies that made it all happen.

Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future
"Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and the Quest for a Fantastic Future" is a biography by Ashlee Vance that takes a deep look at the life and work of entrepreneur Elon Musk, detailing his vision and drive to revolutionize the automotive and space industries, and the challenges he faced along the way. A must-read for anyone interested in understanding the mind and drive of one of the most influential figures in modern business.

Alibaba: The House That Jack Ma Built
"Alibaba: The House That Jack Ma Built" is a book by Duncan Clark that offers an in-depth look at the rise of Alibaba, one of the world's largest e-commerce companies, and the vision and leadership of its founder, Jack Ma.

The Virgin Way: Everything I Know About Leadership
"The Virgin Way: Everything I Know About Leadership" is a book by Sir Richard Branson in which he shares his leadership philosophy and experiences from his many years as the founder and CEO of the Virgin Group, which includes more than 400 companies.

Let My People Go Surfing: The Education of a Reluctant Businessman--Including 10 More Years of Business Unusual
"Let My People Go Surfing" is a memoir by Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, that describes the unique management philosophy and practices he developed to create an environmentally and socially responsible business while pursuing his passion for surfing and climbing. A fascinating read for anyone interested in sustainable business and outdoor culture.