The Ultimate List of Books For Female Entrepreneurs
The mindset, money, confidence & leadership books that genuinely change how you build your business (and life)
Being a female entrepreneur isn’t just about strategy, it’s about who you become while building your business.
The right book, at the right time, can:
- Shift how you see yourself
- Help you stop playing small
- Rewire your relationship with money
- Give you the confidence to lead without burning out
These are must-read books I genuinely recommend for female entrepreneurs, whether you’re just starting out or scaling your next chapter.
(Tip: These are perfect to bookmark, re-read, and come back to whenever you feel stuck or overwhelmed.)
1. She Means Business – Carrie Green
Best for: Starting before you feel ready
This is a classic for a reason. Carrie Green speaks directly to women who feel called to build something, even if they don’t yet feel confident, qualified, or “ready”.
This book reminds you:
- You don’t need permission
- You don’t need to be perfect
- You can build a business in a way that fits your life
A beautiful starting point for any female entrepreneur.
2. You Are a Badass – Jen Sincero
Best for: Confidence, courage & mindset shifts
If self-doubt is holding you back, this one’s a must.
Jen’s writing is funny, direct, and empowering — the kind that gives you a gentle kick to stop overthinking and start believing in yourself.
Perfect for:
- Breaking confidence blocks
- Letting go of fear
- Backing yourself fully
3. Atomic Habits – James Clear
Best for: Consistency, routines & long-term success
Success rarely comes from massive leaps — it comes from small, repeatable habits.
This book is incredible for female entrepreneurs who:
- Feel overwhelmed
- Struggle with consistency
- Want sustainable growth (not burnout)
It teaches you how tiny changes compound into huge results — in business and life.
4. The Big Leap – Gay Hendricks
Best for: Overcoming upper limits & playing bigger
Ever notice that just as things start going well… something sabotages it?
This book explores the idea of the “upper limit” — the subconscious ceiling we place on our own success.
A powerful read for women ready to:
- Earn more
- Be seen more
- Step into leadership without shrinking
5. Rich Dad Poor Dad – Robert Kiyosaki
Best for: Financial mindset & wealth thinking
Not strictly written for women — but essential for entrepreneurs.
This book completely reframes:
- How money works
- The difference between assets and liabilities
- Why mindset matters more than income
A foundational read for any woman serious about long-term financial freedom.
6. The £100 Startup – Chris Guillebeau
Best for: Starting lean & taking action
Perfect if you’re building a business on a budget (or alongside family life).
This book shows real-life examples of people who started small — and built something meaningful without huge resources.
Great for:
- New founders
- Side-hustlers
- Women who want proof it is possible
7. The Mountain Is You – Brianna Wiest
Best for: Emotional intelligence & self-leadership
This one goes deeper — into emotional patterns, self-sabotage, and inner growth.
An incredible read for female entrepreneurs who want to:
- Lead with self-awareness
- Heal while they build
- Create success without abandoning themselves
8. Dare to Lead – Brené Brown
Best for: Brave leadership & vulnerability
Leadership doesn’t have to mean hustle, hardness, or burnout.
Brené Brown reframes leadership as:
- Courage
- Boundaries
- Emotional intelligence
Essential reading for women leading communities, teams, or movements.
9. Female Entrepreneurs – Linsey Robinson
Best for: Women building businesses on their own terms (especially alongside real life)
Written by Linsey Robinson, founder of Female Entrepreneurs, this book was created to support women navigating the real, behind-the-scenes journey of entrepreneurship.
Rather than pushing hustle or rigid success formulas, Female Entrepreneurs focuses on the lived reality of building a business as a woman: the mindset shifts, the self-belief, the identity growth, and the courage it takes to back yourself when the path isn’t linear.
It’s especially powerful if you:
- Are creating a business that fits around family or life commitments
- Want permission to build in a way that feels aligned, not exhausting
- Are stepping into entrepreneurship after change, burnout, or reinvention
This is a grounding, encouraging read that reminds you that you are not behind — and you’re allowed to build success in a way that feels like you.
Final Thoughts
Your business will only grow as much as you do.
These books aren’t about doing more — they’re about thinking differently, trusting yourself, and building success in a way that feels aligned with your life.
If you’re building a business as a woman — especially alongside family, healing, or reinvention — these are books you’ll come back to again and again.
