February 18

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Beyond Traction: The EOS Books That Will Change How You Lead and Grow

By Marc Cotone

February 18, 2025


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When people think of EOS, the book," Traction," by Gino Wickman often comes to mind first—and for good reason. It’s the blueprint for running a stronger business. But did you know there’s an entire EOS Library designed to help you master every part of your company? From leadership and people management to process and execution, these books are your roadmap to a better business.

If Traction was your gateway to EOS, it’s time to explore the full library. Here’s a quick rundown of the essential EOS books and how they can help you:

The EOS Library at a Glance

1. Get a Grip – When Traction Meets Real Life

If Traction is the playbook, Get a Grip is the story that brings it to life. This business fable follows an entrepreneurial company as they implement EOS, showing the real-world struggles, wins, and transformations that come with it. If you want to see EOS in action before jumping in, start here.

2. Rocket Fuel – Visionary & Integrator: The Dynamic Duo

Every great company has a big-thinking Visionary and a disciplined Integrator working together. Rocket Fuel explains this critical relationship and helps you determine which role you play—and how to find your perfect counterpart to supercharge your business.

3. How to Be a Great Boss – Leadership & Management, Simplified

Leading and managing people doesn’t have to be complicated. How to Be a Great Boss provides simple, actionable tools to help you engage, motivate, and develop your team. If people issues are slowing down your business, this book is your fix.

4. What the Heck is EOS? – For the Team That Needs to “Get It”

EOS is powerful, but only if your entire team understands it. What the Heck is EOS? is written for employees who need to grasp the system without getting lost in leadership-level details. A must-read for getting company-wide buy-in.

5. The EOS Life – Build the Business, Live the Life

What if your business wasn’t just successful but also allowed you to live your ideal life? The EOS Life is about creating a company that gives you more freedom, impact, and fulfillment—without burnout. If you’re feeling stretched thin, this book is your roadmap to balance.

6. Process! – Master the Systems That Drive Your Business

If your business lacks consistency, scalability, or efficiency, the problem is likely in your processes. Process! by Mike Paton dives into the EOS Process Component, showing you how to document, simplify, and optimize the way work gets done—so you can stop reinventing the wheel and start growing with ease.

7. People – The Key to a Thriving Business

At the heart of every great company are great people. People by Mark O’Donnell helps you master the EOS People Component, giving you a framework for hiring, developing, and leading the right team. If you’ve ever felt like you had the wrong people in key roles (or struggled to find the right ones), this book will change how you think about building a team.

Want a Copy? Let Me Send You One!

If any of these books caught your interest, just fill out this form and select the title you’d like, and I’ll send you a copy—on me. No strings attached!

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  • Traction by Gino Wickman
  • Get a Grip
  • Rocket Fuel
  • How to Be a Great Boss
  • What the Heck is EOS?
  • The EOS Life
  • Process!
  • People by Mark O’Donnell

And if you’re curious about how EOS can help your company gain clarity, traction, and a strong leadership team, let’s talk. Click here to book a time on my calendar—I’d love to chat.

EOS is more than just Traction. It’s a complete system for running a better business and living a better life. Let’s make sure you’re getting the most out of it.

Marc Cotone

About the author
Marc Cotone

As an EOS Implementer, I’m more than just a coach—I’m your partner in achieving transformational business success. More than that, I've been right where you are with my own businesses. Let's work together to develop a crystal-clear vision that aligns your team and drives your business forward.

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