Delivering Happiness: A Path to Profits, Passion, and Purpose.. In this book ($13), Zappos CEO Hsieh offers a compelling account of his transformation from callow Harvard student entrepreneur through his years as a dot-com wunderkind to the creator of a formidable brand. As the funding for his incubator companies dries up and one of his most promising startups, Zappos.com, a shoe retailer, seems doomed, Hsieh blossoms into a mature businessperson, slashing expenses and presciently making customer service the essence of the company’s brand. The story becomes suspenseful as Hsieh recounts the stress of operating in survival mode, liquidating his assets to fund the company in its darkest days and seeking out an 11th-hour loan. By the time Zappos is acquired by Amazon for more than $1.2 billion in 2009, Hsieh and his team had built a unique corporate culture dedicated to employee empowerment and the promise of delivering happiness though satisfied customers and a valued workforce. An uplifting tale of entrepreneurial success, personal growth, and redemption. (Review from Publisher’s Weekly on Amazon). Sounds like an inspirational and informative read for young entrepreneurs!

Pop Up Leather Card Case. This leather case is not the typical business card holder. ($30) With the top hinge access and study leather it will last for years. Functional and unique, a great way to keep your biz cards in one place and from getting bent in your bag. Can also monogram three initials!

Square. Attention all small business owners, this is for you! Insert this small device, then read payment cards from any device with an audio input jack, including your iPhone (works with others too). An accompanying iPhone app keeps track of your sale. Customer signs with their finger, then the receipt is texted, super easy and fast.