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Mentions Across Episodes
“The speaker mentions reading from 'Made in Japan' and discusses the challenges of making a small radio that fits into a pocket.”
“Mentioned as one of the top acquired books of the year, noted for its pun and fun moment.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: Sony Corporation history
For: Listeners interested in corporate history and business strategy.
Key quote: “I had wanted to read Made in Japan because I'd heard it was amazing.”
The host mentions 'Made in Japan' as a highly regarded book that provides insight into the founding story of Sony Corporation. They highlight the book's exploration of the company's adversity and diverse business units, making it a compelling read for those interested in corporate history.
“The speaker mentions reading from 'Made in Japan' while discussing the size of a radio and its design considerations.”
“I love how this book is called Made in America and the Sony story is Made in Japan.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: Sony and American retail
For: Listeners interested in technology and business history
Key quote: “I love how this book is called Made in America and the Sony story is Made in Japan.”
The host mentions 'Made in Japan' in relation to the story of Sony, highlighting the interesting juxtaposition with 'Made in America.' This reference serves to illustrate the cultural and historical context of technology and business narratives.
“The book covers the story of Akio Morita, the founder of Sony, and his innovative approach to product criticism and improvement.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: leadership and innovation
For: Entrepreneurs and business leaders
Key quote: “I didn't realize why the book was named what it was until I got to that sentence.”
The host mentions 'Made in Japan' to illustrate the innovative leadership style of Akio Morita, founder of Sony, who valued customer feedback and criticism. This story parallels Jeff Bezos's approach at Amazon, emphasizing the importance of being unbounded in creativity and growth.