FoundersJuly 22, 2019

#81 Henry Royce (Founder of Rolls-Royce)

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What I learned from reading Rolls-Royce: The First Forty Years of Britain's Most Prestigious Company by Peter Pugh. ---- 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

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Rolls Royce: The Magic of a Name

“The speaker discusses a book they read about Rolls Royce, focusing on its history and the life of Henry Royce.”

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James Dyson

“The speaker mentions reading a book about James Dyson, highlighting his innovative approach and determination in creating the Dyson vacuum.”

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Grand Theft Life

Tim Urban

“The speaker references an essay called 'Grand Theft Life' by Tim Urban, discussing the idea of analyzing one's life as if it were a character in a game.”

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The First Aero Engines Made by Rolls Royce

“Royce's memos on the subject were printed and bound in a limited edition, and the book was called the first aero engines made by Rolls Royce.”

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The Rolls Royce Bible

“The book became famous and was nicknamed the Rolls Royce Bible, printed to provide examples of engineering care and thought.”

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