Michael Bloomberg founded Bloomberg L.P., transforming financial information services, and later served as Mayor of New York City from 2002 to 2013, overseeing major public health and environmental initiatives. He has since focused on philanthropy and political engagement. His recommended reads reflect interests in organizational principles, innovation, and perseverance.
22 Books Recommended by Michael Bloomberg
Ranked by popularity across all reading lists on this site
Principles
27 people recommendedEveryone with goals and dreams can learn from [the author]'s approach.
Also recommended by: Gary Vaynerchuk, Naval Ravikant, Eric Jorgenson, Mark Cuban, Bill Gates, Drew Houston, Dustin Moskovitz, Howard Marks, Jack Dorsey, Kevin Systrom, Marc Benioff, Reed Hastings, Arianna Huffington, Ben Greenfield, Bryan Johnson, Austen Allred, Diddy, Doug Mcmillon, James Clear, Lex Fridman, Marty Cagan, Patrick Oshaughnessy, Tim Ferriss, Tom Bilyeu, Tony Robbins, Derek Sivers
The Innovator’s Dilemma
18 people recommendedAn insightful analysis of changing technology and its importance to a company's future success.
Also recommended by: Mark Cuban, Jeff Bezos, Steve Jobs, Drew Houston, Ev Williams, Marc Andreessen, Marc Benioff, Aaron Levie, Ben Horowitz, Bill Gurley, Caterina Fake, Blake Scholl, Chris Dixon, Guy Kawasaki, Max Levchin, Steve Blank, Tim Oreilly
The Ride of a Lifetime
9 people recommendedA testament to the idea that in America, if you work hard and pursue a dream, you really can achieve it.
Also recommended by: Bill Gates, Brian Chesky, Alexis Ohanian, Brene Brown, Jason Calacanis, Karlie Kloss, Saagar Enjeti, Tim Ferriss
Brotopia
6 people recommendedImportant new book about gender equality in Silicon Valley.
Also recommended by: Melinda Gates, Aaron Levie, Arianna Huffington, Bill Gurley, Tom Peters
Thirst
5 people recommendedIf youβve ever dreamed of changing careers or changing the world, read this book.
Also recommended by: Arianna Huffington, Brene Brown, Adam Grant, Seth Godin
Keeping At It
4 people recommendedHighlights [the author's] extraordinary career and personal integrity.
Also recommended by: Warren Buffett, Ray Dalio, Jason Calacanis
Mastering the Market Cycle
2 people recommendedGlad to hear his insights and celebrate [this] new book.
Also recommended by: Bill Gurley
Frenemies
2 people recommendedA provocative look at the ongoing shift in global advertising and what it means for the future of media.
Also recommended by: Alexis Ohanian
The Start-up of You
2 people recommendedA must-read for anyone looking to carve out their career path.
Also recommended by: Michael Mccullough
Johnny Tremain
recommended 2xMy favorite book growing up.
My favorite book growing up.
It’s How We Play the Game
recommended 2xShows that you can build a great business and stand up for what you believe in.
Shows that you can build a great business and stand up for what you believe in.
Civic Pioneers
recommended 2xA smart new look at America's history of local innovation--by someone who has helped lead it.
A smart new look at America's history of local innovation--by someone who has helped lead it.
Gratitude in Low Voices
A candid, inspiring memoir of cultural and historical importance.
The Resilience Dividend
Lays out a powerful case for why governments and companies should prepare for-and not just react toβdisruptions to business as usual.
If Mayors Ruled the World
A provocative look at how cities can and do lead from the front in addressing the most pressing issues of our time.
Exploring Historic Dutch New York
The Dutch spirit of diversity, tolerance, and entrepreneurship still echoes across our city streets today.
Brain Gain
Everyone knows our immigration system is broken, but [this author] provides the kind of facts and analysis we need to move the issue forward in Washington.
Urban Green
Reveals how the push to preserve and promote our nation's urban parks is one of the most exciting frontiers in urban planning.
Legacy of Honor
Does justice to the proud history and bright future of the Eagle Scouts.
The Savage Truth on Money
recommended 2xShould be required reading for anyone who wants sound advice to plan for the future.
Should be required reading for anyone who wants sound advice to plan for the future.
The Cost of Winning
recommended 2xA shrewd, persuasive account that American society is in for some troubling times.
A shrewd, persuasive account that American society is in for some troubling times.
