Josh Kaufman

Josh Kaufman is the bestselling author of books on business, entrepreneurship, skill acquisition, productivity, creativity, applied psychology, and practical wisdom. About Josh »

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A year of struggle and persistence… »


Josh Kaufman's new book on ambition, uncertainty, risk, and fear of the unknown »


A year of frustration and adaptation… »


A few of the essays that had a significant influence on my thinking in 2017. »


A year of investing in systems and new skills to improve my personal life and business. »


A few of the essays that had a significant influence on my thinking in 2016. »


A year of reflection & troubleshooting… »


A few of the essays that had a significant influence on my thinking in 2015. »


A year of private challenges & victories… »


A few of the essays that had a significant influence on my thinking in 2014. »


A year of new beginnings… »


A few of the essays that had a significant influence on my thinking in 2013. »


The 2012 edition is the seventh edition of the Personal MBA reading list, and is the result of eight solid years of research. »


'The Personal MBA' is now an international bestseller. »


A book six years in the making: a comprehensive collection of the most important and practical ideas in business. »


The Personal MBA’s sixth edition. »


After so many years of reading, researching, and recommending the best business books in print, it’s time to write one of my own. »


The 2009 edition of the Personal MBA reading list is live! »


A time to reflect »


I am happy to announce the publication of the 2008 edition of the Personal MBA Recommended Reading List! »


A credential worth talking about. »


An expanded and updated list of 42 titles, some thoughts about entrepreneurial education, and introductions to each of the books that made the list. »


The Personal MBA
The First 20 Hours
How to Fight a Hydra