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What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 11 Apr 2024, 09:10
by Melisa Jane
This is a discussion topic for the April 2024 Book of the Month, "Launchpad Republic: America's Entrepreneurial Edge and Why It Matters" by Howard Wolk and John Landry
What did you like most about this book?
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 13 Apr 2024, 14:08
by Savina Visintin
I liked that the book is well documented and analyzes the evolution of entrepreneurship in America in chronological order, starting from the beginning up to the 21st century. It was an extraordinary journey that allowed me to broaden my horizons.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 14 Apr 2024, 16:24
by Tijesuni Ayobami
Its fluid pace and plot. It was documented serenpidously and I enjoyed how it gave examples of incidents that related to the explanation of each topic in the book. It also explained and documented how entrepreneurship evolved in America till 21st century.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 15 Apr 2024, 00:26
by Muhammad Haikal Birton
This book is a thrilling journey through the different stages of entrepreneurial development in America over the years, offering a perfect blend of education and information. You will be amazed at how it provides unique insights into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship that will leave you feeling inspired and motivated. Get ready to be swept away by this exciting read!
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 15 Apr 2024, 00:28
by Muhammad Haikal Birton
One of my favorite start-up success stories is Uber, discussed in the book "Launchpad Republic: America's Entrepreneurial Edge and Why It Matters". The book talks about how Uber shook up the taxi industry by using tech to connect riders with drivers, which made getting a ride much easier and more efficient compared to traditional taxi companies. The authors also mention how Uber's rise to success is a great example of the importance of property rights and the freedom to compete in America's entrepreneurial landscape, as it allowed Uber to challenge established taxi companies and change the way people get around cities.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 16 Apr 2024, 09:25
by mark liu
There’s a lot to like about this book here. From its in depth dive into modern day entrepreneurship and its implications on the wider public, to tracing the origins of big business back to their origins. Each aspect followed closely by careful chronological and historically accurate retelling.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 25 Apr 2024, 03:04
by Andrew Darlington
I so much liked the fact that proper research was carried before writing this book which authenticates the fact contained in it.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 25 Apr 2024, 04:29
by Dennis Kiage
Quite a lot, but the most striking is the entrepreneurial info it has, both from the past and present day that will help people know how to act in terms of entrepreneurship and how best they can grow.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 25 Apr 2024, 04:31
by Dennis Kiage
Muhammad Haikal Birton wrote: ↑15 Apr 2024, 00:28
One of my favorite start-up success stories is Uber, discussed in the book "Launchpad Republic: America's Entrepreneurial Edge and Why It Matters". The book talks about how Uber shook up the taxi industry by using tech to connect riders with drivers, which made getting a ride much easier and more efficient compared to traditional taxi companies. The authors also mention how Uber's rise to success is a great example of the importance of property rights and the freedom to compete in America's entrepreneurial landscape, as it allowed Uber to challenge established taxi companies and change the way people get around cities.
I remember that bit too! This and a ton of other interesting topics make it truly likeable.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 25 Apr 2024, 04:33
by Dennis Kiage
Muhammad Haikal Birton wrote: ↑15 Apr 2024, 00:26
This book is a thrilling journey through the different stages of entrepreneurial development in America over the years, offering a perfect blend of education and information. You will be amazed at how it provides unique insights into the dynamic world of entrepreneurship that will leave you feeling inspired and motivated. Get ready to be swept away by this exciting read!
No one could have explained it better... And this information can generally be adopted by anyone to bring a huge impact to themselves and their businesses.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 28 Apr 2024, 15:28
by Amos Osinya
I liked how the author put together historical documentation of America's entrepreneurial culture from the precolonial period to the current state. The author did this using simpler terms that everyone would understand. The examples were chosen and case studies of big, small, startup, or incumbent entrepreneurial ventures fit perfectly into the topics of the author was discussing.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 30 Apr 2024, 08:14
by Tom Gada
What I particularly liked most about this book was its ability to weave together various historical, cultural, and policy factors into a comprehensive narrative of America’s economic development.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 30 Apr 2024, 17:44
by Stephen Somtochukwu Ezeme
I like the economic and political discussions in the book. Also, I love how the book explained the influences of these two factors to the society at large.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 01 May 2024, 06:31
by rudi dani
Well-researched historical perspective on American economic history.
Re: What did you like most about this book?
Posted: 01 May 2024, 06:33
by rudi dani
It succeeded in blending historical analysis with practical takeaways. Also it’s accessible writing style despite scholarly nature was a great touch.