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AcquiredNovember 7, 2017
Episode 47: The Atlassian IPO
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Ben & David venture to the land down under (and reunite in-person!) to tell the story of the granddaddy of all bootstrapped tech success stories, collaboration software company Atlassian. How did two plucky college grads from Sydney, Australia go from just trying to escape working for the man to becoming two of the top 10 wealthiest people in the entire country, all without raising a dollar of venture capital? We dive in.
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Shoe Dog
Phil Knight
“The speaker discusses how compelling 'Shoe Dog' is, describing it as a business book that reads like a thriller and highlighting Phil Knight's creative writing class experience.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: Phil Knight's biography
For: Anyone interested in business, storytelling, or personal development.
Key quote: “I have never read a biographical nonfiction supposedly it's a business book that was so compelling.”
The host passionately discusses 'Shoe Dog' as an incredibly compelling business memoir by Phil Knight, the founder of Nike. They highlight the unique storytelling approach and the lessons embedded within the narrative, making it appealing to a wide audience.
ASIN: B01CRJA470
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Born to Run
Bruce Springsteen
“The speaker mentions reading Bruce Springsteen's autobiography 'Born to Run' and compares it to 'Shoe Dog', noting the obsession both figures had with their trades.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: Bruce Springsteen's autobiography
For: Fans of music and autobiographies
Key quote: “It was everything to them.”
The host mentions 'Born to Run' as a compelling autobiography that showcases Bruce Springsteen's obsession with his craft. He draws a parallel between Springsteen and Phil Knight, emphasizing the inspiring nature of their dedication to their respective trades.
ASIN: B01BNVRATS
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