My favourite career and business books

There was a time long ago where I'd read at least three books a week. These days it usually takes a good month to get through that many but it is something I love and prioritize - even if it's just a chapter a day. I read everything from crime and mystery to romance and chick lit, it's all on my book shelf but my number one genre(s) of choice is biography and business. I link them because most good business books are intrinsically centred around the story of the founder(s) and have more drama that an episode of The Bachelor. If I really was to narrow down my books of choice even further it would be business books by women. These are the ones I devour and stay up way too late for someone whose one year will be up no later than 6am demanding sustenance and attention. I've put together a list of some of the best and would love to hear your recommendations on any I've missed.

#GIRLCODE: The Secret to Success in a digital world
Michaela Launerts
This one reads like a modern day etiquette guide. From interviews and making speeches to the do's and don'ts of relationships and Tinder etiquette. I flicked through, skimming sections of interest and picked up some interesting tips.

Winging It
Emma Isaacs @emmaisaacs
Emma Isaacs is the founder of Business Chicks and takes us through her journey to the powerhouse CEO she is today. The mum of five advocates 'winging it', having a go now and working it out as you go. This one will stay on the bookshelf for a re-read.

The Career Code 
Hillary Kerr & Katherine Power @hillarykerr @katherinepower
From what started as a website covering fashion and celebrities to what today is a major media group and brand Who What Wear  founders Kerr and Power know a thing or two about careers and business. Includes interview help, business etiquette and goal setting.

Leave Your Mark
Aliza Licht @alizalichtxo
PR guru, followed by thousands on twitter, Aliza Licht provides an insight of behind the scenes of fashion public relations, building a personal brand on social media and tips for moving forward in your career. The personal stories make this one an intriguing read.

The Vogue Factor
Kirstie Clements @kirstie-clements
Ex-Vogue editor, Kirstie Clements penned this one back in 2013. She'd been fired from the Vogue Australia helm the previous year after 13 years in the top job. She gives a rare insight into the high fashion world that only a few can.

Work Strife Balance 
Mia Freeman @miafreedman
Mia was the queen of magazines back in the day, making editor of Cosmopolitan Australia at the age of 24. In this book she covers her ups and downs through her career and how she turned her one woman blog into a global media player. The chapter 'Gratitude Platitude" where Mia turns the phrases 'blessed' and 'grateful' upside down is fantastic.