My 5 Book Recommendations for 2020

Archive: Matthew’s reading list originally published in January 2020.

Be Obsessed Or Be Average – Grant Cardone

To teach you have to take massive action in your life and work. Be Obsessed or Be Average by Grant Cardone

Build an Empire – Elaina Cardone

To teach you about the perfect family and get on the same page as your partner. Build an Empire by Elena Cardone

Delivering Happiness – Tony Hsieh

Every year Tony worked he created $100m dollars of equity. An amazing story about building a massive business ethically. Delivering Happiness by Tony Hsieh

Shoe Dog – Phil Knight

The story of building Nike, an amazing story of what it takes to build a empire. Shoe Dog by Phil Knight

Rich Dad, Poor Dad – Robert Kiyosaki

A base for financial and property education. I read this every 2 years as a reminder of the basics.

Rich Dad Poor Dad by Robert Kiyosaki

More arguments, evidence and operating lessons.

9 September 2026About 22 min read

A Supplier Is Part of the Product

A good quote is the beginning. The useful result is the right goods, information and support reaching the person who needs them.

8 September 2026About 24 min read

Sales Should Make the Decision Clearer

A useful sales conversation makes the choice clearer. Matthew Horncastle on buyer fit, honest follow-up and measuring sales without mistaking activity for progress.

7 September 2026About 21 min read

I Left School. I Did Not Stop Learning.

Matthew Horncastle on his apprenticeship, audiobooks and self-education: how to keep learning as your responsibilities grow, and turn knowledge into judgement.

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