Many budding entrepreneurs aspire to take the business world by storm by introducing the next big startup sensation. However, this goal can be challenging to achieve, as research by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that approximately 20% of businesses fail in their first year and half fail by their fifth year.

Madeline Clarke, writing for TechRepublic Premium, provides this list of recommended books on startups to help aspiring business moguls and new startup owners on their path to success. These resources explore real-world stories about entrepreneurial failures and startup successes, offering knowledge and insights into the process of launching and managing a new business.

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“The Idea Is the Easy Part: Myths and Realities of the Startup World”

Do you think one great product idea is all it takes to launch a successful business? If so, think again. “The Idea Is the Easy Part” goes over the trials and tribulations of entrepreneurship, as explained by a seasoned business professional who has seen it all. Throughout the book, author Brian Dovey shares lessons from his role as the president of a Fortune 500 company, his decades of work in venture capitalism, his involvement in the development of nearly 300 startups, and more. Setting the record straight, Dovey addresses the myths surrounding businesses and startups and offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs in the process of kicking off their startups.

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