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Explore Our Award Categories

Explore the diverse categories of the Axiom Business Book Awards, celebrating over 25 exceptional business-focused works that drive innovation and success. Whether you’re an author or publisher, there’s a category for your expertise—ranging from Leadership and Entrepreneurship to Personal Finance, Business Technology, and Management. Join us in honoring the remarkable achievements of business thought leaders and gain the recognition your impactful work deserves!

General categories

1. Business Theory
2. Business Commentary
3. Economics
4. Career (job search, career advancement)
5. Sales (sales skills, negotiating, closing)
6. Leadership – General
7. Leadership – Cultural
8. Networking (social media, communication skills, etc.)
9. Business Ethics
10. Business Intelligence / Innovation
11. Business Disruption / Reinvention
12. Human Resources / Employee Training
13. Entrepreneurship / Small Business
14. Philanthropy / Nonprofit / Sustainability
15. International Business / Globalization
16. Personal Finance / Retirement Planning / Investing
17. Business Technology
18. Emerging Trends/AI
19. Women / BIPOC in Business
20. Success / Motivation / Coaching
21. Advertising / Marketing / PR
22. Corporate History / Milestone
23. Real Estate
24. Business Reference (legal, how-to, industry specific)
25. Memoir / Biography
26. Business Stories & Fables
27. Work-Life Balance / Time Prioritization
28. Independent Thought Leaders
29. Audiobook – Business
When I wrote The Waymakers, it was for every leader who wants to lead all people well. I see equitable and inclusive leadership as the future of leadership in general, not as some special version of it. That’s why I was so excited to learn that The Waymakers won the 2023 GOLD medal for best business book in the Leadership category by Axiom Business Book Awards. Honored. Humbled. Grateful.
 

MEDALIST

Discover award-winning business books and join us in honoring the authors, editors, publishers, and illustrators who have made a meaningful impact with their innovative works. These creators shape narratives and strategies in the realm of independent business publishing.

GUIDELINES

With entries open to authors, publishers, and self-publishers of business books published from 2024-2026, submissions are evaluated based on content, design, and production quality, highlighting creativity and innovation. Read on for information on eligibility, categories, entry fees, and deadlines!

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