Reading List

Books and articles that have shaped my thinking about startups, investing, and technology.

2024

The Hard Thing About Hard Things

The Hard Thing About Hard Things

by Ben Horowitz

Essential reading for anyone building or investing in startups. Raw, honest perspective on the challenges of leadership.

leadership startups management
The Mom Test

The Mom Test

by Rob Fitzpatrick

How to talk to customers and learn if your business is a good idea when everyone is lying to you.

customer-development product startups

2023

Zero to One

Zero to One

by Peter Thiel

Contrarian thinking about building the future. Essential framework for understanding monopolies and innovation.

startups innovation strategy