Being an entrepreneur has its fair share of challenges, especially for women. It’s a lot of hard work creating and sustaining businesses, from the idea ad execution to the funding and networking. There is a new challenge every step of the way, and just as you think you have achieved one milestone, the next will be waiting in line.

Even though the challenges of being a female entrepreneur are known to many, facing those challenges in real life can feel overwhelming. That is especially true for female entrepreneurs considering entering a male-dominated business space. Moreover, the lack of mentorship and guidance makes things even worse. To excel as a female entrepreneur, one has to rely on their peers’ past experiences and wisdom.

As an entrepreneur, there are many things you will learn on the job. To broaden your horizons as an entrepreneur and learn some nervy seen before things, you must scramble to gather as much information and insights as possible. That is where self-education can come in handy. Once you harness the tool of self-education, you can see and learn the difference it makes in your entrepreneurial capabilities.

If you are experiencing the various struggles and challenges of being a female entrepreneur, you are not alone. Reading the stories of other entrepreneurs can pay off in more ways than one. Thankfully, the solution is simple. This blog will highlight some of the best books female entrepreneurs should read in 2022.

The Gift of Struggle by Bobby Herrera

Being honest about your struggles and accepting when things are hard is essential to everyone’s entrepreneurial journey. It inspires you to perform better and excel as a female leader. This book is a crucial part of Bobby Herrera’s entrepreneurial journey and the leadership success that he found along the way.

In the book –The Gift of Struggle – Herrera beautifully advocates the essence of struggle and how it’s often untold and neglected by those in leadership positions. Instead of hiding or keeping these struggles a secret for his image’s sake, Bobby Herrera embraced them as a part of his entrepreneurial journey. He suggests that these struggles allowed him to grow, learn, and bond deeply with others.

Company of One by Paul Jarvis

It is for all introverts who are too scared to take the first step. The book – Company of One – offers all the corroboration introverts seek to become more focused and business-savvy. It encourages you to be your boss and explains that it’s okay to be in the company of one’s self. Instead of taking your ideas and skills to other startups, why not use them for your good?

If you are one of the female entrepreneurs who have always wanted to do so but need to know where to start, this book is your best bet. It will help you understand the beauty of doing fulfilling and meaningful work. The author – Paul Jarvis – argues and advocates the power of being answerable to no one and doing business as you, please.

The Confidence Code by Katty Kay and Claire Shipman

The book seamlessly reinvigorates the idea of believing in yourself as it’s the best gift you can give to yourself and your business. The book is based on meticulous research into gender, genetics, and others.

The authors argue that one of the biggest obstacles in a woman’s path to success is the lack of confidence. Women feel threatened by judgment, opinions, and others, making them lose faith and never be able to fulfill meaningful leadership roles.

Moreover, the book offers various pieces of tangible advice to female entrepreneurs and women looking to pursue other career paths that can help them excel in their careers.

What You Can Do, I Can Too by Helen Vallaeys

A perfect gift for female entrepreneurs who need a little nudge in the right direction or a pick-me-up, this book is nothing less than an inspirational marvel. It is ideal for all aspiring entrepreneurs – males, and females – and intends to interrupt the common biases against what women can and cannot do.

In an era where many young girls and even women are discouraged from pursuing their dreams, the title of this book is enough declaration of what the content contains. The book offers role models known to do what they want and is more than pleased to do so. The author hopes this inspires young women to pursue their dreams and do what makes them happy.