Every Entrepreneur Should Read These 3 Books

What if you could only read three books this year? Which books would give you the greatest return on your time—not just in business, but in life? In this episode, Gino Barbaro shares the three books that have had the biggest impact on how he negotiates, builds habits, thinks about money, and ultimately leads both in business and at home. These aren't just business books. They're books that can fundamentally change the way you think, act, communicate, and make decisions. 📚 Book #1: Never Split the Difference – Chris Voss Former FBI hostage negotiator Chris Voss reveals why successful negotiation isn't about dominating the conversation—it's about listening. You'll learn: • How mirroring builds trust • The power of tactical empathy • Why people want to feel understood • How accusation audits eliminate objections • How listening can become your greatest advantage Gino also shares a real-life multifamily negotiation story where these principles helped secure an incredible off-market deal. 📚 Book #2: Atomic Habits – James Clear Success isn't built through massive breakthroughs. It's built through small actions repeated consistently. You'll discover: • Why systems beat goals • How to create habits that stick • The importance of identity-based change • How to fall in love with the process • Why consistency compounds over time Whether you're trying to grow a business, improve your health, strengthen relationships, or invest in real estate, the right systems change everything This episode was brought by Wheel Barrow Profits: You want to start in Multifamily? Go to: https://wheelbarrowprofits.com/ We're here to help create real estate entrepreneurs...  About Jake & Gino: Jake & Gino are multifamily investors, operators, and owners who have created a vertically integrated real estate company. They control over $350M in assets under management. Connect with Jake & Gino here --> https://jakeandgino.com. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.