13 Books recommended by Daniel Ek

Guns, Germs, and Steel
The Fates of Human Societies
Author :Jared Diamond

"A brilliant Pulitzer Prize-winning book about how the modern world was formed, analyzing how societies developed differently on different continents." - Daniel Ek [Source]


Raising Girls
How to Help Your Daughter Grow Up Happy, Healthy, and Strong
Author :Steve Biddulph

"Has been super helpful to me in setting out a clear map of girls' developmental stages and how we can make sure we don’t sell out the potential or uniqueness of our daughters." - Daniel Ek [Source]


The Promise of a Pencil
How an Ordinary Person Can Create Extraordinary Change
Author :Adam Braun

"Amazing book, amazing cause." - Daniel Ek [Source]

The Minefield Girl
Author :Sofia Ek

"About [the author's] experiences being a young Western woman living and doing business in a dictatorship, and it’s a story of love and hustle in a land where nothing is what it appears to be." - Daniel Ek [Source]

Black Box Thinking
The Surprising Truth About Success
Author :Matthew Syed

"Since reading this book, I’ve literally incorporated this approach to problem-solving into every day." - Daniel Ek [Source]


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Poor Charlie's Almanack
The Wit and Wisdom of Charles T. Munger
Author :Charlie Munger

"I’ve been enjoying Charlie Munger’s speeches online for years; this is the ultimate collection of the best of them." - Daniel Ek [Source]

Bass Culture
When Reggae Was King
Author :Lloyd Bradley

"A great history of reggae music and the influences it has on other genres." - Daniel Ek [Source]

Good to Great
Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't
Author :Jim Collins

"A really interesting book." - Daniel Ek [Source]

The Alchemist
Author :Paulo Coelho

"It was fascinating to talk to [the author] about how this book came to be such a hit—he never backed down, and he allowed people to read it for free in order to then boost sales." - Daniel Ek [Source]
FAQs
Q1: What kind of books does Daniel Ek recommend?
Daniel Ek recommends a variety of books ranging from self-help to biographies, to inspirational reads though he tends to lean towards topics such as personal development, success, and business.
Q2: Who is Daniel Ek?
Daniel Ek is a Swedish entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of Spotify.
Q3: Does he recommend books across genres?
Yes, Daniel Ek recommends books across genres, including books in business, success, finance, and personal development, among others.
Q4: Are there any books specifically suggested by Daniel Ek?
Some books specifically recommended by Daniel Ek include Tools of Titans by Tim Ferriss, Start with Why by Simon Sinek, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Covey, and Grit by Angela Duckworth.
Q5: What are the benefits of reading books recommended by Daniel Ek?
By reading books recommended by Daniel Ek, readers can gain insights into his personal life and his business philosophy, as well as gain inspiring advice and strategies from successful people and authors.