7 Must-read Books That Inspired Steve Jobs

January 19, 2025

The book investigates why great businesses often fail to innovate.

The Innovator's Dilemma by Clayton M. Christensen

It also explains how small businesses can benefit from technology.

A classic tale exploring human nature, loyalty, and leadership.

King Lear by William Shakespeare

The story of a ship captain's obsession with exploration and hunting a whale.

Moby-Dick by Herman Melville

This book is based on the teachings of Zen master Shunryu Suzuki.

Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind by Shunryu Suzuki

It serves as an inquisitive manual for practising mindfulness.

The book highlights the dangers of using spirituality to inflate one's ego.

Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism by Chögyam Trungpa

A transformative guide to spirituality and self-discovery.

Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda

This book describes Dass's spiritual development and yogic journey.

Be Here Now by Ram Dass

It is a vibrant guide to living in the present and discovering your true self.