The Lean Startup

by Eric Ries · 2011

Eric Ries's book on lean startup methods, rapid experimentation, minimum viable products, and validated learning.

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Eric Ries · Entrepreneur and author

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Eric RiesEntrepreneur and author

Author of The Lean Startup and founder associated with the lean startup methodology.

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The Lean Startup appears in 2 currently documented source-backed recommendations.

Steve Blank Entrepreneur and customer-development author

Strong recommendation Official startup reading list official

The Lean Startup is a must have for your shelf.

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Ben Horowitz Co-founder, Andreessen Horowitz

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I think if it's a little company, Eric Ries's book is great, The Lean Startup.

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Tim Ferriss · 2019-11-12 · accessed 2026-06-23

In response to a books-for-founders question, Horowitz says Eric Ries's The Lean Startup is great for a little company and explains its fundamental startup lessons.

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Reid Hoffman Co-founder, LinkedIn

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Documented citation: Business Insider reported that Reid Hoffman appeared on Eric Ries' podcast to recommend The Lean Startup.

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Business Insider · 2025-07-04 · accessed 2026-06-20

Business Insider reports that LinkedIn founder Reid Hoffman appeared on Eric Ries' podcast to recommend The Lean Startup.

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