How I Built This
The Unexpected Paths to Success from the World's Most Inspiring Entrepreneurs
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How I Built This
The Unexpected Paths to Success from the World's Most Inspiring Entrepreneurs
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- Be motivated by the personal journeys of successful entrepreneurs, learning how they overcame obstacles to achieve their dreams.
- Gain a realistic perspective on the challenges and failures entrepreneurs may face.
- Discover actionable strategies and lessons that can be applied to your own business ventures or personal projects.
- Develop a stronger mindset to persevere through your own challenges.
A must-read for anyone who wants to start a business, grow a business, or be inspired by those who do
— Adam Grant, author of Originals
“How I Built This” is an essential resource for aspiring entrepreneurs and business leaders. Based on Guy Raz’s acclaimed podcast, this book provides a comprehensive look at what it takes to build a successful business from the ground up. Readers will gain insights into the mindset, strategies, and resilience required to navigate the challenging world of entrepreneurship.
What readers will learn:
• How to identify and validate business ideas
• Techniques for overcoming common obstacles and setbacks
• Strategies for securing funding and managing growth
• The importance of company culture and team building
• How to balance personal life with entrepreneurial pursuits
• Lessons from both successes and failures of top entrepreneurs
The book is filled with inspiring stories, practical advice, and actionable steps that readers can apply to their own entrepreneurial journeys. Raz’s engaging writing style and deep understanding of the subject matter make complex business concepts accessible and engaging.
“How I Built This” is more than just a business book – it’s a celebration of human ingenuity, perseverance, and the power of ideas to change the world. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, this book provides the guidance and motivation to help you succeed.
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The book: "How I Built This " Is perfect for:
• Aspiring entrepreneurs and startup founders
• Small business owners looking to scale their operations
• Students and young professionals interested in business and innovation
• Corporate leaders seeking inspiration for intrapreneurship
• Anyone fascinated by the stories behind successful companies
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Meet the author
Guy Raz is a renowned journalist, podcaster, and author best known for creating and hosting popular NPR programs like “How I Built This” and “TED Radio Hour.” With over two decades of experience in radio and podcasting, Raz has interviewed thousands of entrepreneurs, innovators, and thought leaders. His work has earned him numerous accolades, including the Edward R. Murrow Award and the Daniel Schorr Journalism Prize. Raz’s book “How I Built This” distills lessons from successful entrepreneurs, offering invaluable insights for aspiring business founders. As a pioneer in the podcasting industry, Raz has been instrumental in shaping the medium and has been described by The New York Times as “one of the most popular podcasters in history.” He holds a B.A. in history from Brandeis University and a master’s degree from Cambridge University. Raz currently resides in the San Francisco Bay area with his family.
Book testimonials
Guy Raz has an extraordinary talent for not only unearthing the most powerful ideas in any story, but also translating those ideas into wisdom accessible for everyone
— Chris Anderson, head of TED
Anyone who reads How I Built This will have an incredible advantage. Guy provides the compass, the map and the headlamp you need to navigate the wilderness of entrepreneurship
— Joe Gebbia, entrepreneur and co-founder of Airbnb
An indispensable guide for anyone eager to challenge the status quo in pursuit of some new and better version of the world. Highly recommended
— Reid Hoffman, co-founder of LinkedIn and co-author of Blitzscaling
If only this book would have come out years ago, building my business would have been so much simpler. At least we have it now!
— Simon Sinek, author of Start with Why
Guy Raz is supremely himself in this guide for aspiring entrepreneurs: brilliantly perceptive, incessantly curious, infectiously energetic and above all, a master storyteller
— Angela Duckworth, author of Grit
