The Leadership Reading Movement for CEOs, Directors, and Key Executives
Why Launch the BoardRoom Book Club?
Business moves at the speed of ideas. For board members, executives, and high-performing managers, staying sharp isn’t just about attending meetings or hitting KPIs — it’s about continuously upgrading your mind. The best leaders in history have been avid readers.
That’s why we created the BoardRoom Book Club — a leadership reading community designed for those at the top of business who want to sharpen their decision-making, broaden their perspective, and translate knowledge into boardroom impact.
Do Leaders Really Read More Books?
(The Numbers That Might Surprise You)
One of the most frequently asked questions we hear is: “How many books do CEOs and directors actually read?” The answer is revealing:
– Bill Gates: Around 50 books per year. Source: Blinklist
– Warren Buffett: Reads 500 pages a day & estimates he spends 80% of his time reading. Source: Medium
– Mark Cuban: Reads more than 3 hours a day. Source: Business Insider
– Elon Musk: Learned rocket science by reading. Source: Inc.com
Reports show the average CEO reads 4–5 books per month (≈60 books per year), compared to 1–4 books per year for the average person.
“Not all readers are leaders, but all leaders read.”: Harry S Truman.
Why a Book Club for Business Leaders?
Most executives know they should read more. The problem? Competing demands, lack of accountability, and difficulty applying what they learn. The BoardRoom Book Club solves this with Curation, Structure, Application, and Community.
What Makes the BoardRoom Book Club Different?
Tailored for leaders, multi-format learning, structured cadence, peer-to-peer insight, and action orientation set us apart. We provide book guides, audio highlights, summaries, and action worksheets for every selection.
The Science of Reading and Leadership
Studies show deep reading enhances critical thinking, empathy, and decision-making. Harvard Business Review highlights that CEOs who read widely make better strategic decisions. The University of Toronto found that reading fiction increases empathy.
A Look at Our First Selections
Example books:
1. Atomic Habits — James Clear
2. Multipliers — Liz Wiseman
3. Blue Ocean Strategy — W. Chan Kim & Renée Mauborgne
Each includes a one-page board briefing, discussion questions, and worksheets. Download a sample here.
How to Build Your Leadership Reading Habit
Seven tactics: Schedule reading time, minimum daily page rule, mix formats, 3-note system, apply immediately, discuss with peers, and review quarterly.
Join the Founding Cohort
The BoardRoom Book Club is now accepting applications for its founding cohort. Members receive the first three book guides, join roundtables, and access our library.
👉 Join the Waitlist Today.
Leaders are readers.
The average CEO reads 60 books a year. Every chapter is a competitive advantage. The BoardRoom Book Club helps you capture that advantage with peers who push you to think deeper, act faster, and lead smarter.