After reading over 200 books, these 5 stand out above the rest. If you're building a business while working a 9-5 or trying to transition the right way, these books will shift how you think, execute, and grow.

These aren't just motivational reads. They’re frameworks, mindset builders, and strategy tools that every entrepreneurial employee and working entrepreneur should have on deck.

Whether you're side hustling after work or planning your full exit, these 5 books will level you up faster than any podcast, course, or IG Reel ever could.

After a long day at work, the last thing you want to do is “hustle.” But what if you didn’t have to force motivation? In this episode, I break down my 5-9 Reset Ritual, a powerful, repeatable system that helps you build momentum after work even when you’re tired. Whether you’re building a business, side hustle, or second stream of income, this is the framework that works in real life. You’ll walk away with clear steps you can use tonight, and the confidence to actually follow through.

Overthinking is the new procrastination—and it’s quietly killing your momentum.

In this episode of Everything Entrepreneurship, Kyle Jerome Carter breaks down the psychology behind analysis paralysis, how to recognize when you’ve consumed enough information, and the exact moment you need to pull the trigger. You’ll learn the 3-part framework to act with confidence, the 17x17 method for building real consistency, and the truth about why most aspiring entrepreneurs do nothing (even when they “know enough”).

Whether you’re stuck in research mode, drowning in podcast episodes, or just afraid to take that next step—this is the episode that gets you moving.

💥 Listen if you’ve ever:

• Let a business idea sit in your notes app for months
• Never posted the content you spent hours creating
• Bought a course but didn’t finish it

💡 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why too much information is killing your execution
• The psychological shift that flips hesitation into action
• How to know when you’re ready to start (even if you’re not “perfectly ready”)
• How to use the 17x17 input method to finally create momentum

Entrepreneurship has changed—but most people are still following outdated advice.
In this episode, I’m breaking down the real path from employee to business owner and revealing why intrapreneurship is the new prerequisite for anyone serious about building a second stream of income.

We’ll reframe what it means to be an entrepreneur today, dismantle old myths, and walk through the New Entrepreneurship Spectrum so you can locate where you are—and exactly what comes next.

They taught you how to clock in, but not how to cash out on your terms. In this episode, Kyle Jerome Carter breaks down the real difference between W-2 employment and 1099 freelancing—and why freelancing might be the most strategic bridge between your 9-5 and full ownership. You’ll learn how to flip job insecurity into opportunity, use your current role as leverage, and structure a freelance offer that gives you both flexibility and real income potential.

Whether you're an ambitious employee, a working entrepreneur, or somewhere in between, this is the blueprint for building freedom without recklessly quitting your job.

Everyone talks about hustling after work.
But no one talks about the silent mental exhaustion that comes with building your dream while surviving your 9-5.
In this episode, Kyle Jerome Carter pulls back the curtain on the real emotional cost of entrepreneurship — and how to protect your energy, your focus, and your mental health along the way.
If you’re serious about building smart (not just building fast), this is the episode you needed to hear.
Let's get into it.

Most people never stop to ask the one question that could change their life: Is entrepreneurship really for me?
In this episode, I walk you through the 4 questions you need to ask yourself to know if you're truly ready to build something of your own—or if you're just reacting to pressure, burnout, or comparison.

Whether you're feeling stuck, burnt out, or pulled toward something bigger… this episode will help you get clear on your next move—and stop wasting time on paths that don’t align.

🎯 If you’re ready to go deeper, I created The Pre-Requisite Challenge just for people like you.
It starts May 13.

In Part 2 of this two-part series, we move from strategy to structure—breaking down the five most practical business vehicles you can start while working your 9-5.
I’m not here to tell you what business to start—I’m here to help you find the one that fits your life, your energy, and your income goals.
We’re talking affiliate marketing, coaching, real estate, B2B consulting, and franchise ownership—no fluff, no hype, just a clear breakdown of how to pick, plan, and profit.
This episode is for real people who want real results, without quitting their job blind or chasing trends that don’t fit.