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12 Best CFO Books

We analyzed 4+ expert sources, curated book lists, and recommendations from successful people to find the 12 best cfo books according to the internet — not just one person's opinion. Each book on this list was mentioned by at least two independent sources, and the ranking is based on how frequently each title appears across all sources studied. This consensus-based approach ensures you get recommendations backed by multiple experts, not a single reviewer's bias.

Goal: Find the best CFO books according to the internet (not just one person's opinion).

Method:

  1. Search for "best cfo books" and study the top 4+ pages.
  2. Add only the books mentioned 2+ times.
  3. Rank the results neatly here.

12 Best CFO Books

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1

The 80/20 Principle and 92 Other Powerful Laws of Nature

The Science of Success

by Richard Koch

Also recommended by

3 people
2

Reinventing the CFO

How Financial Managers Can Transform Their Roles And Add Greater Value

by Jeremy Hope
3

The New CFO Financial Leadership Manual

by Steven M. Bragg
4

Principles

Life and Work

by Ray Dalio

Also recommended by

25 people
  • Arianna Huffington recommended this book
  • Bill Gates recommended this book
  • Bryan Johnson recommended this book
  • Diddy recommended this book
  • Doug McMillon recommended this book
  • Drew Houston recommended this book
  • +19

    More recommendations

    • Dustin Moskovitz
      Dustin Moskovitz recommended this book on Twitter.
    • Gary Vaynerchuk
      "The book's buzz and the reaction of the people has been overwhelming." - Gary Vaynerchuk
    • Howard Marks
      "I think the guiding quote of the book is [one] from Mark Twain, 'History does not repeat, but it does rhyme.'" - Howard Marks
    • Jack Dorsey
      "Helpful in showing people how to operate by clearly articulated and shared principles that lead to faster progress." - Jack Dorsey
    • Kevin Systrom
      "I was blown away. It’s both a guide to life, a guide to business, and also I think an insight into [the author] and someone who’s built an amazing business." - Kevin Systrom
    • Marc Benioff
      "A masterpiece - It's a must-read!" - Marc Benioff
    • Mark Cuban
      "The book I wish I had as a young entrepreneur." - Mark Cuban
    • Michael Bloomberg
      "Everyone with goals and dreams can learn from [the author]'s approach." - Michael Bloomberg
    • Naval Ravikant
      "As with most non-fiction, the meat was in the beginning." - Naval Ravikant
    • Reed Hastings
      "Had a profound positive impact on my leeadership style." - Reed Hastings
    • Tim Ferriss
      "I highly, highly recommend this book. It has already changed how I think about making decisions in my life and in my business." - Tim Ferriss
    • Tony Robbins
      "[Ray Dalio] tells you how he figured it all out – and about all the principles that guided him toward success in his life, business and finances." - Tony Robbins
    • Austen Allred
      "So good." - Austen Allred
    • Patrick O'Shaughnessy
      "Bridgewater’s infamous [book]." - Patrick O'Shaughnessy
    • Tom Bilyeu
      "The most powerful business book I've ever read." - Tom Bilyeu
    • Lex Fridman
      "A book I highly recommend." - Lex Fridman
    • James Clear
      "[One of] the 10 books with the most page-for-page wisdom." - James Clear
    • Marty Cagan
      "In my view, the most important business book of 2017." - Marty Cagan
    • Ben Greenfield
      Most Recommended Books reached out to Ben Greenfield directly.
5

Good to Great

Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't

by Jim Collins

Also recommended by

11 people
6

The Alchemy of Finance

by George Soros

Also recommended by

2 people
7

Future Ready

How to Master Business Forecasting

by Steve Morlidge
8

Getting More

How You Can Negotiate to Succeed in Work and Life

by Stuart Diamond
9

Guide to CFO Success

Leadership Strategies for Corporate Financial Professionals

by Samuel Dergel
10

The 80/20 CFO

How to Make Strategic Transformations in Your Company

by Janice Berthold
11

The Lean CFO

Architect of the Lean Management System

by Nicholas S. Katko
12

This is Not a Fashion Story

Taking Chances, Breaking Rules, and Being a Boss in the Big City

by Danielle Bernstein

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Richard Reis

Software engineer whose passion for tracking book recommendations from podcasts inspired the creation of MRB.

Anurag Ramdasan

Lead investor at 3one4 Capital whose startup expertise and love for books helped shaped MRB and its growth.

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