Analysis

December 24, 2019

The four best startup books of the year

These were the Sifted Bookclub's four most recommended books of the year. How many have you read?


Chris Sisserian

5 min read

Nike, the business founded by Phil Knight

Still in need of last-minute Christmas gift for a startup friend? Or are you looking for something to read over the holiday period?

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Nike founded by Phil Knight
Nike, the business founded by Phil Knight
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Elad Gil author of the High Growth Handbook
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