Best Unemployment Books of 2025

Profit First by Mike Michalowicz is a must-read for small business owners who struggle with cash management. Michalowicz presents a behavioral approach to accounting that flips the traditional formula, emphasizing the importance of taking profit first and apportioning only what remains for expenses. With practical advice, case studies, and a sense of humor, the author guides readers through four simple principles to simplify accounting and help entrepreneurs achieve profitability. This book is unique in its focus on the human element of business and its ability to help small businesses achieve sustainable growth.

Men Without Work: Post-Pandemic Edition (2022) by Nicholas Eberstadt is an updated version of his 2016 study on the collapse of work for American men. The book highlights the continuing crisis of Depression-era work rates for men of prime working age and the alarming increase of labor force dropouts. Eberstadt's analysis exposes the devastating impact of the government's response to the Covid-19 pandemic, which exacerbated the flight from work in America. The book warns of the spreading of the "Men Without Work" virus among prime-age women and workers over fifty-five. This reissue is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the current state of the American workforce.

The revised and expanded edition of "Clockwork" by Mike Michalowicz is a must-read for entrepreneurs who want to take control of their business and their life. Michalowicz's step-by-step method for getting more done by doing less is the missing link that will prepare your business and your mind for the next stage of growth. The book offers practical strategies to transfer tasks to your team, pinpoint the critical function your business must master to avoid mediocrity, and leverage the power of productivity. The new section detailing how to improve team efficiency is an added bonus. Overall, "Clockwork" is a valuable resource that will help entrepreneurs build an ultra-efficient business that runs itself.

Millionaire Mindset and Success Habits is a game-changing finance book that aims to help readers overcome their limiting beliefs and achieve financial freedom. The author, H.J. Chammas, provides simple yet powerful wealth-building mind hacks that can be easily implemented to transform one's financial situation. The book focuses on replacing negative habits and beliefs with positive ones to cultivate a millionaire mindset and achieve abundance. This self-help book is a must-read for anyone looking to break free from their own mental barriers and achieve financial success.

Passive Income, Aggressive Retirement by Rachel Richards is a practical guidebook that teaches readers how to achieve financial independence through passive income. Richards, a former financial advisor, shares 28 tried and true passive income models to help readers create consistent, long-term residual income. The book also features insights from subject matter experts such as Hal Elrod and Bobby Hoyt. This book is perfect for anyone who wants to quit their job, become financially free, and live life on their own terms. Overall, Passive Income, Aggressive Retirement provides valuable insights and guidance on how to achieve financial independence.

The Atlantic Editions' On Work: Money, Meaning, Identity is a collection of Derek Thompson's most-significant essays on the future of jobs, life, and the history of labor. The book is a thought-provoking commentary on how mass automation could change society and why work has become our modern religion. Thompson's analysis and predictions have become fixtures of the 21st-century conversation about work. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the future of work and how it affects our identity and meaning.

The LLC Beginner's Guide for Aspiring Entrepreneurs is a comprehensive resource for anyone looking to start a small business and form a Limited Liability Company (LLC). The book covers everything from understanding the advantages of an LLC to state-specific guidelines for starting your own company. The author also delves into accounting and taxes involved in this industry, making it a one-stop-shop for all your LLC-related queries. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone looking to reduce liability and protect their assets as a business owner.

Understandable Economics by Howard Yaruss is a refreshing guide to understanding the economy without the usual technical jargon, formulas, and graphs. The author uses accessible analogies, real-world observations, and entertaining anecdotes to create a comprehensive picture of the economy, making it easier for readers to identify and advocate for better economic policies. This book provides foundational knowledge for readers to understand the economy, its problems, and what to do about them. Overall, Understandable Economics is an excellent tool for anyone looking to gain a practical understanding of the economy and its impact on our lives.

Moneytopia: Saving: Financial Literacy for Children is an excellent resource for parents who want to teach their children about the importance of saving money. This book is designed to help children understand money concepts in a fun and easy-to-understand way with the help of cute illustrations. The story follows a bunny, a bear, and a fox on a mission to save "Topians," the book's fun term for money. The book teaches children the three key elements of saving money, which are essential for a lifetime of financial stability. Overall, this book is a great educational tool for parents, schools, and daycares. It is a must-read for parents who want to give their children a strong financial foundation.

The 21 Keys of Success is a book that reveals the principles of America's most notorious drug kingpin, Freeway Ricky Ross. The author, Kolie Crutcher, breaks down Ross's formula for success into 21 principles that he used to turn $125 into a billion-dollar cocaine empire. The book is a must-read for anyone who is striving to overcome life's adversities and live the life they want, whether they are a street hustler or a legit businessperson. This book is unique in that it offers never-before-published success principles that have been proven to work for even the most notorious of individuals.