What is your favorite example of a successful start-up discussed in this book and why?

[Jecinta Ajah]

I was captivated by Landry and Wolk's use of Hamilton and Jefferson as illustrations of the long history of entrepreneurial spirit in the U.S. Particularly.

[REGINA BABAJIDE]

I found Uber's story of disrupting traditional taxi services particularly compelling. Even after facing a license renewal refusal, Uber managed to return to the UK market by winning a legal dispute with Transport for London. My favorite success stories are Travis Kalanick and Andrew Carnegie. Kalanick tackled regulatory challenges to establish Uber, while Carnegie rose from poverty to revolutionize the steel industry. Both demonstrate how persistence and determination lead to success.

[nath steve]

One of the most captivating examples that comes to mind is the story of Facebook. Given its widespread use and ubiquity, it's remarkable to reflect on the platform's rapid growth and evolution over just a few short years. Witnessing its transformation is truly astonishing.

[alina constantin]

The most striking example that comes to mind is Facebook, which has become an integral part of daily life for millions of people. Its widespread adoption and phenomenal growth over the past few years are truly remarkable, making it a fascinating case study of success and expansion in the digital age.

[Hana Hasegawa]

I was captivated by how the authors, Landry and Wolk, utilized the historical figures of Hamilton and Jefferson to illustrate the long-standing entrepreneurial spirit in the United States. Specifically, I was inspired by the narrative of Hamilton's early setbacks and his unwavering perseverance, which ultimately led to his success, serving as a testament to the power of determination and resilience in achieving entrepreneurial goals.

[james bond2]

I was captivated by the authors' use of Hamilton and Jefferson as historical examples of America's enduring entrepreneurial spirit, particularly how they highlighted Hamilton's perseverance in the face of initial setbacks, demonstrating his unwavering determination and ultimate triumph, serving as a testament to the power of resilience and innovation.

[Valentine Ezeribe]

Among everything said, I quite like the Uber example. Traditional taxi services are an industry where Uber, now a successful start-up, created a revolution. Despite the opposition that it encountered during its initial operations in the country and later on, such as a rejected license renewal application, Uber continued offering its services and, after an important legal battle, came back into the UK market.

[peter nnaemeka 1]

Andrew Carnegie's rags-to-riches journey has always fascinated me, as he rose from humble beginnings to become one of the wealthiest individuals globally. His remarkable story, shared in this book, resonated with me the most, serving as a powerful inspiration.

[Parker Ezeribe]

I was intrigued with the Uber example that was given. Uber, being an effective Start-up changed the traditional model of taxi service. That is why Uber continued its activity and despite problems, such as denial of license renewal, the company returned to the UK market after the court case.