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Ask HN: How does a programmer go about learning business?

2 pointsby magnusdeus123about 8 years ago
I was thinking of going into a Master&#x27;s in Computer Science but, as challenging as that would be, it wouldn&#x27;t challenge my world view.<p>I&#x27;ve historically, and very immaturely, held a contemptuous attitude towards business domains and business professionals (sales, marketing, PR, etc.)<p>I would like to change that by challenging myself to gain more knowledge of these fields. Perhaps even be able to apply them in my life by being a little entrepreneurial in the future.<p>Thing is, I&#x27;d rather not do an MBA. So what are my options?

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greenyodaabout 8 years ago
There are thousands of books about business. Find a book on sales, marketing, corporate finance - or whatever topic interests you - and read it. Then repeat. At some point, you&#x27;ll be well informed on the subject.<p>You can find some recommendations here:<p><a href="https:&#x2F;&#x2F;personalmba.com&#x2F;best-business-books" rel="nofollow">https:&#x2F;&#x2F;personalmba.com&#x2F;best-business-books</a><p>Also, read business publications like the WSJ, The Economist, the business section of the NY Times, etc.