Best Social Media for Business Books of 2025

The Chaos Machine is an eye-opening account of the inner workings of social media and how it has impacted our world. Max Fisher, a New York Times investigative reporter, delves into the psychological tactics used by social media giants to drive engagement and increase profits. He also explores the devastating consequences of their actions, including the spread of hate speech and misinformation that has led to a polarized society. Fisher weaves together stories of those who have raised the alarm and defected from Silicon Valley to reveal what is happening behind closed doors. This book is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the power of social media and its impact on our lives.

YouTube Secrets: The Ultimate Guide to Growing Your Following and Making Money as a Video Influencer by Sean Cannell and Benji Travis is a comprehensive guide for both beginners and experienced creators looking to build a profitable YouTube channel. The book covers essential ingredients for a successful channel, strategies for getting views and subscribers, and ways to make money on YouTube. What sets this book apart is the authors' extensive experience and interviews with over 200 top creators, making it a valuable resource for anyone looking to make a real impact on the platform.

The Social Media Marketing Workbook: How to Use Social Media for Business is a step-by-step guide to help businesses learn social media marketing in plain English. The 2023 updated edition includes the latest concepts of "Recommendation Engines" vs. "Traditional" social media. The book covers marketing on popular social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, Twitter, and Pinterest. The author, Jason McDonald, is a successful practitioner of Social Media Marketing and has instructed thousands of people in his classes in the San Francisco Bay Area, including Stanford Continuing Studies. Overall, this book is a comprehensive guide to help businesses advertise on social media platforms without losing money.

Hook Point: How to Stand Out in a 3-Second World, by Brendan Kane, is a must-read guide for anyone looking to thrive in the digital age. Kane breaks down the most effective strategies to create a compelling brand and grab the micro-attention of potential audiences. With over sixty billion messages shared on digital platforms each day, Kane's communication tool, hook points, helps marketers package their messages in a succinct and attention-grabbing way. As an out of the box thinker and strategist, Kane has worked with Fortune 500 companies like Paramount, Viacom, and MTV, making this book an essential guide for making it in our three-second world.

The book "ChatGPT & Social Media Marketing: The Ultimate Guide to Succeeding on Social Media" is an excellent resource for anyone who wants to learn how to leverage the power of artificial intelligence to improve their social media marketing campaigns. The book explores the functionality of ChatGPT and how it can be used to analyze social media data, create high-quality content, and optimize marketing campaigns. With practical examples and useful tips, the book provides readers with everything they need to know to make the most of ChatGPT and improve their social media marketing results. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to stay ahead of the game in the ever-evolving world of social media marketing.

Passive Prospecting: Dominate Your Market without Cold Calling, Chasing Clients, or Spending Money on Ads is a book that teaches the principles of implementing a successful marketing strategy built around YouTube. The authors, Levi Lascsak and Travis Plumb, explain the difference between interruption- and intention-based marketing, how to keep your content evergreen, and why utilizing YouTube is a service-based tactic your customers will value. This book is a must-read for both the novice and experienced rep who want to stop chasing leads and instead bring the business to them. Overall, Passive Prospecting is a practical and insightful sales blueprint that provides unique and effective marketing strategies for any business.

Crushing It!: How Great Entrepreneurs Build Their Business and Influence-and How You Can, Too is a state-of-the-art guide to building your own path to professional and financial success. Four-time New York Times bestselling author Gary Vaynerchuk offers new lessons and inspiration drawn from the experiences of dozens of influencers and entrepreneurs. He explains why a vibrant personal brand is crucial to entrepreneurial success and shares stories from other entrepreneurs who have grown wealthier and more successful than they ever imagined possible. The book is a blueprint to living life on your own terms and is a must-read for anyone looking to amplify their personal brand and build a successful business.

"Irresistible: The Rise of Addictive Technology and the Business of Keeping Us Hooked" is a thought-provoking book that sheds light on the rise of behavioral addiction and explains why so many of today's products are irresistible. The author, Adam Alter, a professor of psychology and marketing at NYU, reveals how companies design their products to be almost impossible to resist. He also provides tools to help readers harness addictive products for good and mitigate their most damaging effects on our well-being and the health of our children. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the impact of technology on our lives."

Influencer: Building Your Personal Brand in the Age of Social Media by Brittany Hennessy is a must-read for anyone looking to make a career as a social media influencer. Hennessy's book offers valuable insights into the strategies behind building an audience, packaging your brand, and monetizing your influence. With her extensive industry experience, Hennessy shares practical tips on how to get discovered, land an agent, and work with your favorite companies. The book also covers important topics such as understanding FTC rules and delivering metrics. Overall, Influencer is an informative and engaging read that provides a roadmap for aspiring influencers to turn their passion into a profitable career.

Art of the Start 2.0 is a must-read for anyone looking to start their own business. The book is a revised and updated version of the original Art of the Start, which was published over a decade ago. This new version provides readers with a comprehensive guide that covers everything from crafting a successful pitch to creating a marketing plan. The book is straightforward and easy to read, making it accessible to entrepreneurs of all levels of experience. Overall, Art of the Start 2.0 is an excellent resource for anyone looking to start their own business or improve their existing one.