Looking to refresh your leadership reading list? We asked a group of powerhouse C-suite women in retail to share the books that have inspired, challenged and shaped them as leaders. From timeless business classics to bold new perspectives on influence, purpose and growth, these are the books they turn to again and again. Whether you’re leading a team, building a brand, or navigating your next big career move, these reads are packed with insights to support your leadership journey.

  1. “10x is Easier Than 2x” by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy

  2. “The 5 Second Rule” by Mel Robbins

  3. “The Advantage” by Patrick Lencioni

  4. “Atomic Habits” by James Clear

  5. “The Boys in the Boat” by Daniel James Brown

  6. “Breaking Through” by Sally Susman

  7. “Escaping the Build Trap” by Melissa Perri

  8. “Building Strong Brands” by David Aaker

  9. “Career Forward” by Grace Puma and Christiana Smith Shi

  10. “Dare to Lead” by Brené Brown

  11. “Deep Purpose” by Ranjay Gulati

  12. “The Five Dysfunctions of a Team” by Patrick Lencioni

  13. “Fearless” by Rebecca Minkoff

  14. “Good to Great” by Jim Collins

  15. “Get There Now” by Susanne Conrad

  16. “The Gap and the Gain” by Dan Sullivan and Dr. Benjamin Hardy

  17. “The Happiness Advantage” by Shawn Achor

  18. “The Heart of Business” by Hubert Joly

  19. “How Women Rise” by Sally Helgesen and Marshall Goldsmith

  20. “Imperfect Courage” by Jessica Honegger

  21. “Influencer” by Joseph Grenny, Kerry Patterson, David Maxfield, Ron McMillan, and Al Switzler

  22. “The Innovator’s Dilemma” by Clayton M. Christensen

  23. “Leaders Eat Last” by Simon Sinek

  24. “Leadership From the Inside Out” by Kevin Cashman

  25. “Lean In” by Sheryl Sandberg

  26. “My Life in Full” by Indra Nooyi

  27. “The One Minute Manager” by Ken Blanchard and Spencer Johnson

  28. “The Portfolio Life” by Christina Wallace

  29. “Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility” by Patty McCord

  30. “Purple Cow” by Seth Godin

  31. “Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can’t Stop Talking” by Susan Cain

  32. “Radical Candor” by Kim Scott

  33. “Reality-Based Leadership” by Cy Wakeman

  34. “The Ride of a Lifetime” by Robert Iger

  35. “Rocket Fuel” by Gino Wickman and Mark C. Winters

  36. “Sapiens: A Brief History of Humankind” by Yuval Noah Harari

  37. “Selling Sexy” by Chantal Fernandez and Lauren Sherman

  38. “Setting the Table” by Danny Meyer

  39. “Soar With Your Strengths” by Donald O. Clifton and Paula Nelson

  40. “The Speed of Trust” by Stephen M.R. Covey

  41. “Taming the Sabertooth” by Tracey Grove

  42. “Think Again” by Adam Grant

  43. “Thrive” by Arianna Huffington

  44. “Traction” by Gino Wickman

  45. “Unreasonable Hospitality” by Will Guidara

  46. “What Got You Here Won’t Get You There” by Marshall Goldsmith and Mark Reiter