20 Must-Read Books for Import and Export Professionals

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Whether you're just getting started in the world of international trade or you're a seasoned pro looking to expand your knowledge, having a solid grasp of the latest concepts and best practices is critical for success. Reading books written by experts in the field is one of the best ways to level up your skills and stay on top of industry trends.

In this post, I'll share 20 of the most insightful and practical books to help import and export professionals thrive in today's global economy. From logistics and legal guidelines to building a business from the ground up, these books cover all the key areas:

Global Trade Fundamentals

1. Understanding Global Trade by Elhanan Helpman - Dives into the importance of global trade and its impacts.
2. The World that Trade Created by Kenneth Pomeranz - Provides historical context for international trade.
3. Global Trade Policy: Questions and Answers by Pamela J. Smith - Covers major international trade policies.
4. The Box: How the Shipping Container Made the World Smaller and the World Economy Bigger by Marc Levinson - Illustrates how shipping containers revolutionized global trade.

Operations How-Tos

1. International Trade and Port Logistics by I.C.J. Verhaart - Explains port operations and logistics.
2. Essentials of Supply Chain Management, Third Edition by Michael H. Hugos - Covers supply chain management essentials.
3. International Trade Law by Peter Stone - Details important international trade laws.

Forex and Currency Trading

1. The Art of Currency Trading: A Professional’s Guide to the Foreign Exchange Market by Brent Donnelly - Explains forex market fundamentals.
2. Day Trading and Swing Trading the Currency Market by Kathy Lien - Focuses on short-term forex trading strategies.
3. Fundamentals Of Currency Trading: Mastering Technical Analysis, Fundamental Analysis, Trading Psychology and Risk Management by Karen Foo - Covers all aspects of forex trading.

Stocks and Psychology

1. Reminiscences of a Stock Operator by Edwin Lefèvre - A fictional trading story with timeless insights.
2. The Daily Trading Coach: 101 Lessons for Becoming Your Own Trading Psychologist by Brett N. Steenbarger - Focuses on trading psychology and discipline.
3. The Disciplined Trader: Developing Winning Attitudes by Mark Douglas - Explains trading psychology and mental discipline.

Tactics and Strategies

1. How to Day Trade for a Living: A Beginner’s Guide to Trading Tools and Tactics, Money Management, Discipline and Trading Psychology by Andrew Aziz - A comprehensive guide to day trading.
2. Market Wizards: Interviews with Top Traders by Jack D. Schwager - Interviews with successful traders.
3. The New Market Wizards by Jack D. Schwager - More interviews with top traders.
4. Hedge Fund Market Wizards by Jack D. Schwager - Interviews with successful hedge fund traders.
5. The Little Book of Market Wizards by Jack D. Schwager - Condensed interviews with traders.

Launching a Business

1. Building an Import/Export Business by Kenneth D. Weiss - A guide to starting an import/export business.
2. How Small Business Trades Worldwide: Your Guide to Starting or Expanding a Small Business International Trade Company Now by John Spiers - Tips for launching a trade business.

Immersing yourself in the hard-earned wisdom of those who have been in your shoes is one of the most efficient ways to enhance your global trade education. So pick a few titles from this list that speak to your goals and interests, and start reading your way to the next level!

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