From Small Business Trends

There are a great many business books out there on everything from marketing and brand building to stories of the life and times of some great business person. For better or for worse, these books often shape the past, present and future generations of entrepreneurs.

We asked members of the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), an invitation-only nonprofit organization comprised of the country’s most promising young entrepreneurs, this question:

“What business book do you recommend for improving management leadership?”

The recent economic meltdown in the U.S. has created an influx of entrepreneurs and those launching small businesses — many of whom are working out of their basement, spare bedroom, or the corner of their dining room.

But being a small business owner — especially a work at home small business owner — has its challenges. Among these are distractions, isolation, burnout, inability to unplug, guilt over lack of family time, and of course, the call of the kitchen, Oprah, or FarmVille.

If you’re struggling with one or more of these challenges — or the initial excitement of being your own boss has waned, try these tips for self-motivation to keep you and your business moving forward.