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AcquiredMar 29, 2016

Episode 9: Writely (Google Docs)

Summary, books mentioned, transcript quotes, and timestamps for Episode 9: Writely (Google Docs) with Sam Schillace, Steve Newman, and Claudia Carpenter on Acquired.

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Creativity Inc
Ed Catmull

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In Episode 9: Writely (Google Docs), Sam Schillace, Steve Newman, and Claudia Carpenter and the hosts mention Creativity Inc by Ed Catmull with timestamps, quotes, and episode context.

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Ben and David continue the cloud productivity saga with Google Docs. They examine the suite of acquisitions made by Google with a focus on Writely in 2006. They tackle: The nuts and bolts of the Upstartle (company behind Writely) acquisition, founded by Sam Schillace, Steve Newman and Claudia Carpenter. SaaS offerings in cloud productivity today. Was this a good idea for Google? Google's future bets. A new section: The Carve Out!
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Creativity Inc
Ed Catmull
Best for Entrepreneurs and creative professionalsOften cited around startup challenges and creativity

The speaker discusses finishing 'Creativity Inc', praising it as one of the best nonfiction books they've read, highlighting its insights on the creative process and management lessons from Pixar.

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Sentiment: Highly Recommended
For: Entrepreneurs and creative professionals
Key quote: If you don't have that struggle, you know, you don't get something great.
The host mentions 'Creativity Inc' as a significant read that aligns with the themes of their show, particularly focusing on the creative process and the struggles inherent in startups. They highlight the book's insights into managing creativity, which are applicable to the challenges faced by companies.
ASIN: 0593594649
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