The best books to kick your excuses to the curb and build a wealthy mindset

I’ve read this book twice and own it in both physical and audio form; that’s how much I love it.

It stopped me in my tracks because it puts words to something we all experience but don’t always admit: getting in our own way! Brianna Wiest explains that self-sabotage isn’t a character flaw; it’s often a coping mechanism. That perspective really shifted things for me.

As I’ve built my business and navigated life, there have been so many moments where I would make excuses and self-sabotage, sometimes without even realizing it. Brianna’s approach helped me identify when I do and call myself out so I could move forward.

If you’ve been holding yourself back from your next level due to self-sabotage, this book will challenge you in the best way.

There was a season in my life and business where I prayed for growth, then hesitated when it showed up because I got scared. That’s why Year of Yes hit me so deeply.

Shonda Rhimes, one of the most powerful women in Hollywood, admits she was terrified of saying yes to the very opportunities she worked so hard to create. That kind of honesty is refreshing.

Her “Year of Yes" challenge is funny, vulnerable, and motivating. It reminded me that fear doesn’t disappear just because you become successful (if anything, it grows!). What changes everything is the decision to move anyway. Shonda pushed me to stop shrinking and start leaning into the rooms and responsibilities I’d earned.

If you’ve been waiting to feel ready, this is your reminder that stepping into your next level starts with saying yes to yourself.

I’ve read this book multiple times, and every time it gives me a mindset reset.

Brian Tracy is direct; if you want different results, you have to take ownership of your habits. As a mom, wife, and business owner juggling a lot with limited time, I was challenged in a good way. It reminded me that discipline isn’t about being extreme or perfect. It’s about small, consistent actions.

Discipline and grace can coexist. Some seasons require pushing forward. Other seasons require rest. The power is in knowing the difference. Pursuing big goals means showing up consistently, not flawlessly.

This book is practical, honest, and a helpful reset when I feel myself drifting into “I’ll do it later” mode.

I first listened to this on audio and was so impacted that I bought the physical copy just to make highlights in it.

It’s short but powerful, and an absolute game-changer when it comes to your thoughts. It honestly checked me in the best way. Joseph Nguyen explains it beautifully—while our thoughts aren’t facts, so much of our suffering comes from believing they are!

I’ll be honest, I’ve struggled with doom-thinking and worst-case scenario spirals, and it's so easy for me to let one negative thought snowball into "I’m failing." 

This book helped me pause, identify the facts, and stop letting imagined outcomes in my head dictate my real-life decisions! If you’re building wealth, learning to manage your mind is just as important as managing your money.

First of all, Jen Sincero’s voice is hilarious, down-to-earth, and completely refreshing.

She basically grabs you by the shoulders and tells you to stop messing around. I remember laughing out loud while reading this. What I love most is that she shares her own journey in an honest, testimony-style way, so it doesn't feel preachy. Instead, it feels relatable.

Her writing style is great in that it makes you see the small ways you may be downplaying your ambition or talking yourself out of bigger goals. It’s the perfect reality check when you need to stop doubting yourself and start confidently going after what you want.