Biographies & Memoirs

Explore the stories of remarkable lives in our Biographies & Memoirs section at Thryft. Discover firsthand accounts of influential figures and captivating memoirs that'll inspire and educate. Our collection is carefully curated to ensure you find the perfect narrative to delve into.

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Straight from the CEO: The World's Top Business Leaders Reveal Ideas That Every Manager Can Use
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G. William Dauphinais, Colin Price

Straight from the CEO: The World's Top Business Leaders Reveal Ideas That Every Manager Can Use

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Imagine having a mentor session with some of the greatest business minds around the globe—that's "Straight from the CEO." For anyone who's ever been curious about the leadership secrets behind successful corporate empires, this book distills those insights into practical advice you can apply to your own managerial challenges. It'll give you the feeling of a fly-on-the-boardroom-wall, an experience that's truly beneficial for budding and experienced managers alike.

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Tycoon

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"Tycoon" by Peter Jones could be a fantastic read if you're itching to delve into the entrepreneurial world. Jones, a respected business magnate himself, has crafted a book that blends practical advice with motivational anecdotes. It's like having a mentor guide you through the journey of building a business from the ground up, sprinkled with personal stories to keep you engaged and inspired.

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Clifford W. Zink

The Roebling Legacy

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If you're enthralled by the feats of engineering and human resolve, "The Roebling Legacy" offers an immersive look into the Roebling family's contributions to American progress. This tale of innovation, entrepreneurship, and the transformation of a nation is grounded in personal and collective struggles, reflecting wider historical currents. You won't just read about the creation of iconic structures like the Brooklyn Bridge but will also dive into the era's socio-economic transformations, making it a rich canvas for history buffs.

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The Power To Become - Thryft
Deepak Shrestha

The Power To Become

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Recommendation: - "The Power To Become" is an incredibly inspiring book that takes you on a personal journey of transformation. Through the eyes of Deepak, a barefoot boy from Nepal, you'll be captivated by his tales of running through remote villages and his struggle to find even a few cents to his name. But what truly sets this book apart is Deepak's unwavering commitment to helping others, as he shares his own efforts and inspiring ascent to become the successful businessman and philanthropist he is today. Prepare to be inspired and gain a unique insight into the heart of Nepal and its resilient people."

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The Panasonic Way: Memoirs of the Former President
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Toshihiko Yamashita

The Panasonic Way: Memoirs of the Former President

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If you're intrigued by the landmark successes and unique management philosophy of a global corporation, "The Panasonic Way" is a fascinating read. It offers a personal look into Toshihiko Yamashita's leadership and the principles that shaped Panasonic. You’ll find motivation from within its pages, whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned executive looking for a glimpse into the history and corporate strategies of a technology giant.

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Grit Success : Stories of Millionaires in Our Neighbourhood - Thryft
Susan Long

Grit Success : Stories of Millionaires in Our Neighbourhood

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This book showcases the stories of successful millionaires in a local setting, highlighting how their perseverance and determination led them to achieve great heights. It is a great read for those seeking motivation to push through the challenges of entrepreneurship or making a name for oneself in their field.

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Buffettology: The Previously Unexplained Techniques That Have Made Warren Buffett the World's Most Famous Investor - Thryft
Mary Buffett

Buffettology: The Previously Unexplained Techniques That Have Made Warren Buffett the World's Most Famous Investor

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If you've been curious about how the Oracle of Omaha consistently outperforms the market, "Buffettology" could quench that thirst. Mary Buffett and David Clark dissect his approach in a way that's both accessible and profound, turning complex models into actionable wisdom. Immerse yourself in the pages of this book and you might just find yourself adopting the mindset that has made Warren Buffett a symbol of investment success.

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The Indian CEO: A Portrait of Excellence - Thryft
Signe M. Spencer

The Indian CEO: A Portrait of Excellence

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You should read "The Indian CEO: A Portrait of Excellence" if you're an aspiring leader looking to navigate the unique challenges and opportunities that come with leading in the Indian business environment. This book offers deep insights into the qualities, skills, and strategies essential for success. Gain a comprehensive understanding of effective leadership in emerging economies and unlock the hidden secrets to excel as a CEO in India.

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Adventure Capitalist: The Ultimate Road Trip
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Jim Rogers

Adventure Capitalist: The Ultimate Road Trip

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Imagine a blend of exotic travel tales with sharp financial insights—that's what "Adventure Capitalist" delivers. If you love the thrill of exploring remote pockets of the globe while simultaneously unraveling the complexities of the world market, Jim Rogers's journey will fascinate you. It's not just about the adventure; it's an education in global economics and culture from the driver's seat of a sunburst-yellow Mercedes.

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Leading Entrepreneurs and How They Succeed
Entreprise 50

Leading Entrepreneurs and How They Succeed

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This book is like getting first-row access to a gathering of Singapore's most brilliant entrepreneurs. If you're looking to start or grow a business in Singapore, you'll find the shared experiences and wisdom from members of the Enterprise 50 Association particularly enlightening. Their personal journeys of overcoming obstacles and the strategies they've employed could be the very inspiration and guidance you need to forge your own path to success.

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Steve Case

The Third Wave : An Entrepreneur's Vision of the Future

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"The Third Wave" could be a good read for individuals interested in technology and entrepreneurship. Steve Case shares his experience and insights on how entrepreneurs, through the Internet, will transform real-world sectors such as education, transportation, and healthcare. His explanation of the Third Wave of the Internet is a unique and thought-provoking concept that will make readers see the world in a different way.

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Carlye Adler, Marc Benioff

Behind the Cloud - The Untold Story of How Salesforce.com Went from Idea to Billion-Dollar Company-- and Revolutionized an Industry

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This book is recommended for entrepreneurs and business leaders who are interested in learning about how Salesforce.com grew from a startup to a billion-dollar company in less than a decade. The book outlines the strategies used by Marc Benioff and the salesforce.com team to innovate, create new business and technology models, and leverage an ecosystem of partners to thrive in any economic climate. Readers can expect to gain insights on inspiring employees, turning customers into evangelists, and fostering innovation within their organizations.

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Rashmi Bansal

Take Me Home : The Inspiring Stories of 20 Entrepreneurs from Small-Town India with Big-Time Dreams

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Take Me Home offers inspiring examples of entrepreneurs from small-town India, who have managed to build successful businesses with their hard work and perseverance, despite the lack of resources and support. This book showcases the unique journeys of these entrepreneurs and their approach to leadership, management, and innovation. The book is suitable for aspiring business leaders who are interested in learning from the experiences of successful entrepreneurs who have overcome great odds to achieve their dreams.

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Ted Mann, Thomas Gryta

Lights Out - Pride, Delusion, And The Fall Of General Electric

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Lights Out is a must-read for those interested in the inner workings and culture of a major corporation. Gryta and Mann tell the gripping story of GE's rapid decline, shedding light on the personalities, mistakes, and company culture that ultimately led to its downfall. Readers will gain a newfound appreciation for the importance of sound leadership and organizational behavior in a successful business.

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Blake Mycoskie

Start Something That Matters

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In 2006, while travelling in Argentina, young entrepreneur Blake Mycoskie encountered children too poor to afford shoes, who developed injuries on their feet that often led to serious health problems. Blake knew he wanted to help, but rather than start a charity, he went against conventional wisdom and created a for profit business to help the children who he met. With the help of a local shoemaker, Blake struck out to merge activism and fashion in the form of a local canvas shoe worn by farmers and gauchos alike, called the alpargata. Blake called his creation TOMS Shoes (which stands for "Tomorrow's Shoes") and promised to give a pair of new shoes to a child in need for every pair that he sold. Starting with only two hundred pairs of handmade shoes, optimism, and entrepreneurial charisma, Blake successfully launched TOMS into the high fashion world. They can now be seen adorning the feet of celebrities such as Keira Knightley, Scarlett Johansson, and Tobey Maguire.Blake's mission is to prove that you can achieve financial success and make the world a better place at the same time. In this book, he shares the six counterintuitive principles that have guided the growth of TOMS for the past threeMake business personalBe resourceful without resourcesReverse retirementKeep it simpleStay humbleGive more, advertise lessThe result is an inspiring account of a young man whose entrepreneurial spirit was able to affect change in the world, and a call to others to be inspired to do the same.As part of the One for One initiative, Random House will provide a new book to a child in need with every copy of Start Something That Matters purchased.

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Ashlee Vance

Elon Musk : How the Billionaire CEO of SpaceX and Tesla is Shaping our Future

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South African born Elon Musk is the renowned entrepreneur and innovator behind PayPal, SpaceX, Tesla, and SolarCity. Musk wants to save our planet; he wants to send citizens into space, to form a colony on Mars; he wants to make money while doing these things; and he wants us all to know about it. He is the real-life inspiration for the Iron Man series of films starring Robert Downey Junior.The personal tale of Musk’s life comes with all the trappings one associates with a great, drama-filled story. He was a freakishly bright kid who was bullied brutally at school, and abused by his father. In the midst of these rough conditions, and the violence of apartheid South Africa, Musk still thrived academically and attended the University of Pennsylvania, where he paid his own way through school by turning his house into a club and throwing massive parties.He started a pair of huge dot-com successes, including PayPal, which eBay acquired for $1.5 billion in 2002. Musk was forced out as CEO and so began his lost years in which he decided to go it alone and baffled friends by investing his fortune in rockets and electric cars. Meanwhile Musk’s marriage disintegrated as his technological obsessions took over his life ...Elon Musk is the Steve Jobs of the present and the future, and for the past twelve months, he has been shadowed by tech reporter, Ashlee Vance. Elon Musk: How the Billionaire CEO of Spacex and Tesla is Shaping our Future is an important, exciting and intelligent account of the real-life Iron Man.

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Duncan Clark

Alibaba : The House That Jack Ma Built

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An engrossing, insider’s account of how a teacher built one of the world’s most valuable companies—rivaling Walmart & Amazon—and forever reshaped the global economy. In just a decade and half Jack Ma, a man from modest beginnings who started out as an English teacher, founded and built Alibaba into one of the world’s largest companies, an e-commerce empire on which hundreds of millions of Chinese consumers depend. Alibaba’s $25 billion IPO in 2014 was the largest global IPO ever. A Rockefeller of his age who is courted by CEOs and Presidents around the world, Jack is an icon for China’s booming private sector and the gatekeeper to hundreds of millions of middle class consumers. Duncan Clark first met Jack in 1999 in the small apartment where Jack founded Alibaba. Granted unprecedented access to a wealth of new material including exclusive interviews, Clark draws on his own experience as an early advisor to Alibaba and two decades in China chronicling the Internet’s impact on the country to create an authoritative, compelling narrative account of Alibaba’s rise. How did Jack overcome his humble origins and early failures to achieve massive success with Alibaba? How did he outsmart rival entrepreneurs from China and Silicon Valley? Can Alibaba maintain its 80% market share? As it forges ahead into finance and entertainment, are there limits to Alibaba’s ambitions?  How does the Chinese government view its rise?  Will Alibaba expand further overseas, including in the U.S.? Clark tells Alibaba’s tale in the context of China’s momentous economic and social changes, illuminating an unlikely corporate titan as never before.

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Rashmi Bansal

Stay Hungry Stay Foolish

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This book is a powerful collection of inspiring stories of 25 individuals who dared to follow their dreams and became successful entrepreneurs. Through their diverse experiences and industries, they show how it is possible to achieve fulfillment and success by staying hungry for more and foolish enough to believe in oneself. A must-read for young graduates looking to break free from societal expectations and pursue their passions.

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Tony Fernandes

Flying High : My Story: From AirAsia to QPR

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Flying High is a great read for those interested in entrepreneurship, leadership and aviation industry. Tony shares his success story and highlights how he transformed AirAsia into Asia's first budget airline and founded his own formula one team. He writes candidly about his journey- from his childhood dreams of becoming a pilot to facing challenges while setting up AirAsia. Readers would be inspired by his risk-taking ability, innovative thinking and perseverance which helped him achieve his goals against all odds.

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Reeves Wiedeman

Billion Dollar Loser - The Epic Rise And Spectacular Fall Of Adam Neumann And Wework

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Billion Dollar Loser is a tale of the meteoric rise and fall of Adam Neumann and his company WeWork. The book vividly captures Neumann's audacious ambition to make WeWork the coolest workplace provider, and how he attracted billions of dollars from the world's most sought-after investors. It chronicles the dramatic events leading up to WeWork's botched IPO and Neumann's ouster, and offers a sobering reckoning of the excesses of American business in the Trump era. If you're interested in a cautionary tale of hubris, ambition, and excess in the startup world, this book is a recommended read.

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Stone Brad

The Everything Store: Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon

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"The Everything Store" offers an unparalleled look into the creation of Amazon, the largest company in the world. Through his exhaustive research, Brad Stone uncovers the man behind the success, Jeff Bezos, and his unrelenting drive to revolutionize retail. This book would be a great read for anyone interested in the story of one of the most influential companies in the world and its visionary founder.

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David Kirkpatrick

The Facebook Effect : The Real Inside Story of Mark Zuckerberg and the World's Fastest Growing Company

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Today - six years after it was created in a Harvard dorm room - over 500 million people use Facebook regularly, in just about every country on earth. That a company this powerful and influential was started as a lark by a couple of 19-year-olds makes it a fascinating and surprising tale. That one of them, the visionary Mark Zuckerberg, had the maturity, strategic smarts and luck to keep his company ahead of its rivals anchors the tale. With exclusive inside access to all the company's leaders David Kirkpatrick tells of the vision, the tenacity, the refusal to compromise, and the vision Zuckerberg has to remake the internet. A brilliant and fascinating cast of characters created Facebook and Kirkpatrick has interviewed all of them. Never before have Zuckerberg and his closest colleagues told what really happened as they built their dynamo while eating fast food, staying up all night, and thumbing their noses at how things are usually done.

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Bill McDermott, Joanne Gordon

Winners Dream : A Journey from Corner Store to Corner Office

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"Winners Dream" could be a great read for anyone looking to improve their leadership and career prospects. Bill McDermott's compelling journey from a small deli owner to the CEO of SAP is filled with practical insights and valuable takeaways. McDermott's emphasis on relentless optimism, hard work, and disciplined execution are sure to inspire readers to pursue audacious goals and embrace the journey towards success.

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Stephen A. Schwarzman

What It Takes : Lessons in the Pursuit of Excellence

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This book is a must-read for anyone looking to achieve their full potential and make a significant impact. Stephen Schwarzman, the co-founder of Blackstone, shares his personal journey and the valuable lessons he has learned along the way. From building thriving organizations to philanthropy and diplomacy, Schwarzman provides practical strategies and insights on ambition, risk-taking, and relentless pursuit of excellence. This empowering and informative guide will inspire and equip you to achieve your goals and create a life of consequence.

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Grace Bonney

In the Company of Women : Inspiration and Advice from over 100 Makers, Artists, and Entrepreneurs

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"In the Company of Women is the perfect read for anyone who is looking for motivation and inspiration to fuel their own business ventures. Through interviews with over 100 successful women from diverse backgrounds, this book provides practical advice on how to succeed in entrepreneurship while staying true to your beliefs. The lush photographs and individual stories of these women's paths to success will captivate and motivate readers to pursue their dreams fearlessly."

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Carol J. Loomis

Tap Dancing to Work : Warren Buffett on Practically Everything, 1966-2012: A Fortune Magazine Book

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Warren Buffett built Berkshire Hathaway into something remarkable— and Fortune journalist Carol Loomis had a front-row seat for it all. When Carol Loomis first mentioned a little-known Omaha hedge fund manager in a 1966 Fortune article, she didn’t dream that Warren Buffett would one day be considered the world’s greatest investor—nor that she and Buffett would quickly become close personal friends. As Buf­fett’s fortune and reputation grew over time, Loomis used her unique insight into Buffett’s thinking to chronicle his work for Fortune, writ­ing and proposing scores of stories that tracked his many accomplishments—and also his occa­sional mistakes. Now Loomis has collected and updated the best Buffett articles Fortune published between 1966 and 2012, including thirteen cover stories and a dozen pieces authored by Buffett himself. Loomis has provided commentary about each major arti­cle that supplies context and her own informed point of view. Readers will gain fresh insights into Buffett’s investment strategies and his thinking on management, philanthropy, public policy, and even parenting. Some of the highlights include:The 1966 A. W. Jones story in which Fortune first mentioned Buffett. The first piece Buffett wrote for the magazine, 1977’s “How Inf lation Swindles the Equity Investor.” Andrew Tobias’s 1983 article “Letters from Chairman Buffett,” the first review of his Berk­shire Hathaway shareholder letters. Buffett’s stunningly prescient 2003 piece about derivatives, “Avoiding a Mega-Catastrophe.” His unconventional thoughts on inheritance and philanthropy, including his intention to leave his kids “enough money so they would feel they could do anything, but not so much that they could do nothing.” Bill Gates’s 1996 article describing his early impressions of Buffett as they struck up their close friendship. Scores of Buffett books have been written, but none can claim this work’s combination of trust between two friends, the writer’s deep under­standing of Buffett’s world, and a very long-term perspective.

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Richard Branson

Screw It, Let's Do It : Lessons In Life

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Screw It, Let's Do It is a great read for those who are looking for inspiration and motivation to achieve their goals while also taking responsibility for their impact on the environment. Richard Branson shares his personal experiences and the lessons he has learned throughout his entrepreneurial career. The book also offers insights into Gaia Capitalism, which emphasizes the importance of considering the environment in business decisions. Overall, this book is a great choice for anyone looking for inspiration and a new perspective on business and achieving success.

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Dan Lyons

Disrupted : My Misadventure in the Start-Up Bubble

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For twenty-five years Dan Lyons was a magazine writer at the top of his profession--until one Friday morning when he received a phone call: Poof. His job no longer existed. "I think they just want to hire younger people," his boss at Newsweek told him. Fifty years old and with a wife and two young kids, Dan was, in a word, screwed. Then an idea hit. Dan had long reported on Silicon Valley and the tech explosion. Why not join it? HubSpot, a Boston start-up, was flush with $100 million in venture capital. They offered Dan a pile of stock options for the vague role of "marketing fellow." What could go wrong? HubSpotters were true believers: They were making the world a better place ... by selling email spam. The office vibe was frat house meets cult compound: The party began at four thirty on Friday and lasted well into the night; "shower pods" became hook-up dens; a push-up club met at noon in the lobby, while nearby, in the "content factory," Nerf gun fights raged. Groups went on "walking meetings," and Dan's absentee boss sent cryptic emails about employees who had "graduated" (read: been fired). In the middle of all this was Dan, exactly twice the age of the average HubSpot employee, and literally old enough to be the father of most of his co-workers, sitting at his desk on his bouncy-ball "chair."Mixed in with Lyons's uproarious tale of his rise and fall at Hubspot is a trenchant analysis of the start-up world, a de facto conspiracy between those who start companies and those who fund them, a world where bad ideas are rewarded with hefty investments, where companies blow money lavishing perks on their post-collegiate workforces, and where everybody is trying to hang on just long enough to reach an IPO and cash out. With a cast of characters that includes devilish angel investors, fad-chasing venture capitalists, entrepreneurs and "wantrapreneurs," bloggers and brogrammers, social climbers and sociopaths, Disrupted is a gripping and definitive account of life in the (second) tech bubble.

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Richard Branson

Losing My Virginity : The Autobiography

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"Losing My Virginity" could be a good read for someone looking for inspiration to dive into the world of entrepreneurship. Branson's candid and humorous take on the highs and lows of his personal and business life makes for a compelling and motivational read. This revised edition also brings the story up-to-date, making it relevant for today's entrepreneurs.

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Ben Horowitz

The Hard Thing About Hard Things : Building a Business When There Are No Easy Answers

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This book is not your typical business advice book. Ben Horowitz doesn't sugarcoat the realities of running a business, and his honesty is refreshing. He shares his own personal stories and provides practical wisdom that you won't find in business schools. The unique aspect of this book is how he incorporates lyrics from his favorite rap songs to amplify his business lessons. If you're looking for a no-nonsense, straight talk guide to navigating the tough challenges of entrepreneurship, this book is for you.

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Dan Lyons

Disrupted : Ludicrous Misadventures in the Tech Start-up Bubble

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"Disrupted" is a humorous and critical account of the writer's experience working at a tech start-up. Lyons provides insight into the dysfunctional culture that exists in the world of tech start-ups, where bad ideas are rewarded with hefty investments. This book is a great read for anyone interested in the tech industry or curious about the inner workings of a start-up.

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Jeff Bezos, Walter Isaacson

Invent and Wander: The Collected Writings of Jeff Bezos

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This book is a must-read for anyone aspiring to achieve great success in business. Jeff Bezos, the visionary behind Amazon, shares his insightful thoughts on topics ranging from customer obsession to innovation and the future of technology. Through his direct and down-to-earth style, Bezos offers valuable lessons on business strategy and execution, inspiring readers to adopt a Day 1 mindset and strive for continuous improvement. Get ready to explore the mind of one of the most important innovators of our time and uncover the principles that have driven his remarkable success.

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Donald J. Trump, Mark Burnett, Robert T. Kiyosaki

Midas Touch : Why Some Entrepreneurs Get Rich-And Why Most Don't

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This book is a goldmine for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to understand the secrets behind achieving exceptional success. Through the compelling insights of Donald Trump and Robert Kiyosaki, you'll learn how to develop strength of character, stay focused, build a powerful brand, nurture valuable relationships, and master the art of paying attention to the little things that truly matter. If you're hungry for entrepreneurial wisdom and ready to take your business to the next level, Midas Touch is an invaluable guide that will transform your mindset and fuel your journey towards becoming a successful entrepreneur.

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Phil Knight

Shoe Dog : A Memoir by the Creator of Nike

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"Shoe Dog" is an inspiring memoir that not only tells the history of Nike's humble beginnings but also explores the personal journey of its founder, Phil Knight. The book offers valuable insights on entrepreneurship, risk-taking, and the power of perseverance. With engaging storytelling and colorful characters, "Shoe Dog" is a must-read for anyone interested in how a simple idea can turn into a global phenomenon.

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Howard Schultz, Joanne Gordon

Onward : How Starbucks Fought for Its Life Without Losing Its Soul

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In 2008, Howard Schultz, the president and chairman of Starbucks, made the unprecedented decision to return as the Chairman Executive Officer eight years after he stepped down from daily oversight of the company and became chairman. Concerned that Starbucks had lost its way, Schultz was determined to help it return to its core values and restore not only its financial health, but also its soul. In Onward, he shares the remarkable story of his return and the company’s ongoing transformation under his leadership, revealing how, during one of the most tumultuous economic times in history, Starbucks again achieved profitability and sustainability without sacrificing humanity.

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Brad Stone

The Everything Store : Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon

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The Everything Store offers a captivating glimpse into the fast-paced, ambitious culture that Bezos created at Amazon. It's a must-read for anyone curious to learn how a simple online book retailer became one of the most powerful companies on the planet. The book is especially recommended for those interested in business, entrepreneurship, and technology. Stone's access to insiders and intimate anecdotes help readers understand the mindset behind the company's drive and determination.

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Sarah Frier

No Filter : How Instagram transformed business, celebrity and culture

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"No Filter" by Sarah Frier is a fascinating and revealing account of how Instagram transformed from a simple photo sharing app to a cultural and business powerhouse. With exclusive access to all the key players, Frier delves into the effects of Instagram on global business and culture, pioneering a business model that sells an aspirational lifestyle to all of us through influencers and celebrity culture. The book provides a behind-the-scenes glimpse into Instagram's journey, from its launch to its acquisition by Facebook and the resulting impact on our perception of reality. Highly recommended for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and culture in the modern age.

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Eric Schmidt, Jonathan Rosenberg

How Google Works

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This book provides a unique insight into the business strategies that have made Google an icon in the tech industry. It is recommended for those interested in business management, corporate culture and innovation. The book also offers practical advice for entrepreneurs and managers looking to create a successful company culture that nurtures creativity and attracts the best talent available.

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Richard Branson

Like A Virgin : Secrets They Won't Teach You at Business School

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Looking for advice on setting up your own company, improving your career prospects, or developing your leadership skills? Why not ask Richard Branson?In Like a Virgin: Secrets They Won't Teach You in Business School, Richard distils and shares the wisdom and experience that have made him one of the world's most recognised and respected entrepreneurs. From his 'Top 5 secrets of Business Success', to hard hitting discussions about the global financial crisis, this book brings together his best advice on all things business.It's business school, the Branson way.

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Richard Branson

Like A Virgin

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Length: 7 hrs and 55 minsBusiness advice from the best in the businessLooking for advice in setting up your own company, improving your career prospects, or developing your leadership skills? Why not ask Richard Branson?In Like a Virgin: Secrets They Won't Teach You at Business School, Richard distils and shares the wisdom and experience that have made him one of the world's most recognised and respected entrepreneurs. From his top tips on succeeding in business to some hard-hitting opinions on the global finance crisis, this book brings together his best advice on all things business.It's business school, the Branson way.

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Richard Branson

Losing My Virginity

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On its first publication, Richard Branson's bestselling autobiography was hailed as 'compelling' by the Sunday Times, and 'candid and humorous' by the Times. Now in this newly revised edition. Richard Branson adds to that amazing memoir, bringing both his - and Virgin's - story up to date. From the highs and lows of both his personal as well as business life, Richard Branson bares his soul.

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Ben Mezrich

The Accidental Billionaires : Sex, Money, Betrayal and the Founding of Facebook

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Eduardo Saverin and Mark Zuckerberg - an awkward maths prodigy and a painfully shy computer genius - were never going to fit in at elite, polished Harvard. Yet that all changed when master-hacker Mark crashed the university's entire computer system by creating a rateable database of female students. Narrowly escaping expulsion, the two misfits refocused the site into something less controversial - 'The Facebook' - and watched as it spread like a wildfire across campuses around the country, along with their popularity. Yet amidst the dizzying levels of cash and glamour, as silicon valley, venture capitalists and reams of girls beckoned, the first cracks in their friendship started to appear, and what began as a simple argument spiralled into an out-and-out war. The great irony is that Facebook succeeded by bringing people together - but its very success tore two best friends apart.

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Stone Brad

The Everything Store: Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon

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**Winner of the 2013 Financial Times and Goldman Sachs Business Book of the Year Award**Though Amazon.com started off delivering books through the mail, its visionary founder, Jeff Bezos, was never content with being just a bookseller. He wanted Amazon to become ‘the everything store’, offering limitless selection and seductive convenience at disruptively low prices. To achieve that end, he developed a corporate culture of relentless ambition and secrecy that's never been cracked. Until now...Jeff Bezos stands out for his relentless pursuit of new markets, leading Amazon into risky new ventures like the Kindle and cloud computing, and transforming retail in the same way that Henry Ford revolutionized manufacturing. Amazon placed one of the first and largest bets on the Internet. Nothing would ever be the same again.

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Brad Stone

The Everything Store : Jeff Bezos and the Age of Amazon

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The Everything Store provides an in-depth account of Jeff Bezos' journey towards building one of the world's most successful companies. It tells the story of Amazon's transformation from a bookstore to an everything store, and how its founder's relentless pursuit of new markets propelled the company into risky ventures like the Kindle and cloud computing. If you're interested in learning about the man behind the company that forever changed the way we shop and read, The Everything Store is the book for you.

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Leigh Gallagher

The Airbnb Story : How Three Guys Disrupted an Industry, Made Billions of Dollars ... and Plenty of Enemies

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This is the inside, behind-the-scenes story of airbnb -- the company reshaping how we travel. Two broke art school graduates set up a platform that – in six short years – became the largest provider of accommodation in the world. Now valued at $25.5 billion, it is in the very top tier of Silicon Valley ‘unicorn’ startups.Yet Airbnb has been controversial – disrupting a $500 billion hotel industry makes you a few enemies – and many regulators and politicians want to shut it down. Hotel owners don’t know whether to copy it or kill it, neighbours of Airbnb rentals complain about transient visitors, hosts report increases of damaged property, and some tech industry analysts think it’s grossly overvalued. Beyond the headlines and the horror stories, Airbnb has changed the terms of travel for a whole generation. People who care more about finding like-minded locals than hotel breakfasts, and which has found a platform to build trust between hosts and guests in a way that hotels have struggled to replicate.This is the first, definitive book to tell the remarkable story behind Airbnb in all its forms–cultural zeitgeist, hotel disruptor, enemy to regulators–and the first in-depth character study of its leader Brian Chesky, the thoughtful, curious 34-year old founder and CEO, by the journalist who knows him best. On the way we’ll discover why their business idea took root, the mistakes they made and how they learned from them, how they have grown surrounded by controversy, the parallels with Uber, and where they are going next.

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David A. Vise

The Google Story

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This book is a must-read for anyone intrigued by the rise of one of the most influential companies in the digital age. Delve into the captivating journey of Google, from its humble beginnings to its status as a global powerhouse. Gain insight into the cutting-edge technology and innovative practices that have propelled Google to the forefront of the tech industry. With meticulous research and unprecedented access, this book offers a riveting account of how Google revolutionized the way we access information and transformed the digital landscape.

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Duncan Clark

Alibaba : The House That Jack Ma Built

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This book is a must-read for those who want to understand China's booming private sector and Alibaba's role in shaping it. With exclusive interviews and unprecedented access, it provides an authoritative, compelling narrative of Jack Ma's journey from humble beginnings as an English teacher to founding one of the world's largest e-commerce companies. It also sheds light on the challenges and controversies Alibaba faces as it expands its reach into finance and entertainment, both in China and overseas.

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Rashmi Bansal

Take Me Home : The Inspiring Stories of 20 Entrepreneurs from Small-Town India with Big-Time Dreams

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Parakram Singh Jadeja did it in Rajkot Deepak. Dadhoti did it in Belgaum. Vibhor Agrawal did it in Meerut. Take Me Home is the story of 20 entrepreneurs who have built remarkable enterprises, while remaining true to their roots. From small towns across India, they run giant global companies with locally trained talent. The ability to run a professional business is no longer limited by location. What you need is a vision and a mission and a burning desire. To 'make it happen', wherever you are.

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Rashmi Bansal

Connect the Dots

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"Connect the Dots" could be a good read for someone who is looking for a practical guide towards starting and building their own business. The book highlights the journeys of 20 successful entrepreneurs in India from humble beginnings who found success by "connecting the dots". The book also explores the importance of recognizing opportunities and taking bold risks in shaping your future, making it an inspiring read for entrepreneurs.

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Ronnie Screwvala

Dream with Your Eyes Open

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In Dream With Your Eyes Open, first-generation entrepreneur and UTV-founder Ronnie Screwvala details his vast experiences and the myriad lessons learnt from more than two decades of building some successful (and some not-so-successful) businesses, bringing clarity to a quickly changing business landscape and making an impassioned case for the role of entrepreneurship in India's future.If you’ve ever had an impactful, disruptive product or business idea, been curious about owning your own business, or have already taken the first steps on your entrepreneurial journey, this is the book for you.If you’ve been running your own company for the last seven-odd years, and scale, brand and value-creation are some of the crossroads for you now, keep reading.If you think your parents or family would freak out if you dared to suggest ditching your safe haven—your professional job—to pursue your dreams of owning your own business, relax. Better yet, share this book with them.If you’re an experienced professional ready to take the plunge into starting your own business or committed to growing into an effective leader in the company you work for, read on. This book hopes to demystify failure, inspire success, raise ambitions and help you think big.Dream With Your Eyes Open shares failures and triumphs, thoughts and anecdotes in a simple narrative that could help you gain better insights into entrepreneurship and give you a fighting chance when it comes to realizing your dreams in a David-versus-Goliath world. Only then will we succeed in harnessing the country’s enormous entrepreneurial potential with the most energetic and passionate people in the world, alive with fresh mindsets, optimism and hope.This book is about ‘it can be done’, not ‘I did it’. It’s all possible. Just dream your own dream—and when you do, dream with your eyes open.

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