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FoundersMay 14, 2017
#6 Sam Walton
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What I learned from reading Sam Walton: Made In America by Sam Walton. ---- Founders Notes gives you the ability to tap into the collective knowledge of history's greatest entrepreneurs on demand. Use it to supplement the decisions you make in your work. Get access to Founders Notes here. ---- “I have listened to every episode released and look forward to every episode that comes out. The only criticism I would have is that after each podcast I usually want to buy the book because I am interested so my poor wallet suffers. ” — Gareth Be like Gareth. Buy a book: All the books featured on Founders Podcast
Book Mentions
5 book mentions in this episode.
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Books Mentioned
Made in America
Sam Walton
“The autobiography of Sam Walton, published about a year before he died, where he shares his thoughts and experiences in retailing.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Sam Walton's autobiography
For: Entrepreneurs and aspiring retailers
Key quote: “Fortunately, I found a champion in my store manager, Duncan Majors.”
The host discusses Sam Walton's autobiography, 'Made in America,' highlighting Walton's early challenges in retail and the influence of his manager. This context serves to illustrate the importance of mentorship and resilience in achieving success.
ASIN: B078RKW8TW
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Sam Walton: Made In America
Sam Walton
“This is the reason I think almost every entrepreneur should read this book. Not only one the way I found out about it is because if you google Jeff Bezos book recommendations, this is on there.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: entrepreneur book recommendations
For: entrepreneurs
Key quote: “This is the reason I think almost every entrepreneur should read this book.”
The host believes that 'Sam Walton: Made In America' is essential reading for entrepreneurs. They mention its prominence in Jeff Bezos' book recommendations as a testament to its value.
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“The speaker refers to a book that contains a chapter titled 'Running a Successful Company, 10 Rules That Worked for Me', discussing its insights and reflections on life and business.”
Sentiment: Passing Reference
Trigger: business insights
For: entrepreneurs and business leaders
Key quote: “Running a Successful Company, 10 Rules That Worked for Me”
The host briefly mentions 'Sam's book' to highlight its chapter on running a successful company. This chapter offers valuable rules that can be applied to both life and business.
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“The speaker mentions writing a book for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren to read, emphasizing the importance of financial wisdom.”
Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Sam Walton's autobiography
For: Entrepreneurs and aspiring business leaders
Key quote: “Fortunately, I found a champion in my store manager, Duncan Majors.”
The host discusses Sam Walton's autobiography, 'Made in America,' highlighting Walton's reflections on his early career and the challenges he faced. This book serves as a reminder of the skepticism entrepreneurs often encounter and the importance of perseverance.
ASIN: B0F7G5W32L
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“The excerpt discusses the life and achievements of Sam Walton, the founder of Walmart, and reflects on his legacy and the principles he used.”
Sentiment: Highly Recommended
Trigger: importance of seeking wisdom
For: Aspiring entrepreneurs and business students
Key quote: “He was obsessed with seeking information, which I find is a very common trait.”
The host mentions the book 'Walmart' to highlight the entrepreneurial journey of Sam Walton and his obsession with learning and studying competition. This autobiography provides insights into Walton's personality and his approach to retailing, making it a valuable read for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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