READ WHAT DISRUPTORS READ
There are many books that could be considered influential for disruptors, as disruption is a broad topic that can encompass many different fields and industries. To make it manageable here are a few books that are often cited as being influential for disruptors. Please suggest others that I missed in the comments section.
"The Innovator's Dilemma" by Clayton M. Christensen - This book is often cited as a classic in the field of disruption. It examines why successful companies often fail to adapt to new technologies or business models, and how disruptive innovations can take hold in the marketplace.
"The Lean Startup" by Eric Ries - This book presents a methodology for building and launching startups that emphasizes rapid experimentation and feedback, with the goal of creating products or services that meet the needs of customers.
"Zero to One" by Peter Thiel - This book explores the importance of creating new, innovative products or services rather than simply improving on existing ones. Thiel argues that true innovation comes from developing something entirely new that meets an unmet need in the market.
"The Art of Possibility" by Rosamund Stone Zander and Benjamin Zander - This book explores the idea of "possibility thinking," which involves challenging the assumptions and beliefs that limit our thinking and opening ourselves up to new ideas and opportunities.
"Disrupting Class" by Clayton M. Christensen, Michael B. Horn, and Curtis W. Johnson - This book examines how disruptive technologies can transform education, offering new ways of learning and teaching that can better serve students and educators alike.
"Crossing the Chasm" by Geoffrey Moore - This book focuses on the challenges of bringing new, disruptive technologies to market, and provides a framework for understanding the different stages of the adoption curve.
"The Lean Product Playbook" by Dan Olsen - This book provides a step-by-step guide to creating products that customers want, using the principles of Lean Startup and customer development.
"Blue Ocean Strategy" by W. Chan Kim and Renée Mauborgne - This book presents a framework for creating new markets, rather than competing in existing ones. It emphasizes the importance of differentiation and innovation in creating new business opportunities.
"The Business Model Canvas" by Alexander Osterwalder and Yves Pigneur - This book provides a visual framework for developing and testing business models, with a focus on creating value for customers and generating revenue.
"Good to Great" by Jim Collins - This book examines the characteristics of companies that have made the leap from good to great, and provides insights into how to build a successful organization.
"The Innovator's Solution" by Clayton M. Christensen and Michael E. Raynor - This book builds on the ideas presented in "The Innovator's Dilemma" and provides a framework for creating disruptive innovations that can drive growth and success.
"The Power of Habit" by Charles Duhigg - This book explores the science behind habit formation and provides insights into how individuals and organizations can change their habits to achieve their goals.
"The Design of Everyday Things" by Don Norman - This book explores the principles of design and usability, and provides insights into how to create products and services that are intuitive and easy to use.
"The Art of War" by Sun Tzu - This ancient text provides insights into strategy and tactics that are still relevant today, and can be applied to many different fields and industries.
"How to Win Friends and Influence People" by Dale Carnegie - This classic book provides insights into human psychology and interpersonal relationships, and can be valuable for anyone looking to build relationships and influence others
These books offer different perspectives on the topic of disruption, but all of them can provide valuable insights for anyone looking to disrupt established industries or create new products or services.