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FoundersJanuary 24, 2022

I read 66 biographies last year— Here are my top 10!

About This Episode
Here are 10 episodes to start with: #168 Driven: An Autobiography by Larry Miller #171 The Billionaire Who Wasn't: How Chuck Feeney Secretly Made and Gave Away a Fortune #219 Anthony Bourdain: The Definitive Oral Biography #223 Unstoppable: Siggi Wilzig's Astonishing Journey from Auschwitz Survivor and Penniless Immigrant to Wall Street Legend #216 Authentic: A Memoir by the Founder of Vans #212 Michael Jordan: The Life #210 Stephen King On Writing: A Memoir of the Craft #193 Arnold: The Education of a Bodybuilder #185 Ritz & Escoffier: The Hotelier, The Chef, and the Rise of the Leisure Class #170 My Life in Advertising ---- 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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Driven
Larry Miller

An autobiography by Larry Miller, detailing his journey from dropout to the richest person in Utah, while warning future entrepreneurs about the sacrifices he made.

ASIN: 1606416561
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The Billionaire Who Wasn't cover

A book about Chuck Feeney, who made $8 billion and gave it all away while living a modest life, showcasing his unique approach to entrepreneurship.

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Anthony Bourdain, The Definitive Oral Biography cover

A biography compiled from interviews with people who knew Anthony Bourdain, capturing his complex life as a storyteller.

ASIN: B08TN1C7X3
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Unstoppable cover

The story of Siggy Wilsdig, an Auschwitz survivor who became a Wall Street legend, offering perspective on resilience and entrepreneurship.

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Authentic cover
Authentic
Paul Van Duren

A memoir by the founder of Vans, detailing his life from humble beginnings to creating a beloved shoe brand.

ASIN: B0C66HC2DX
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Michael Jordan, The Life cover

A comprehensive biography of Michael Jordan, focusing on his dedication to practice and approach to achieving success.

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Stephen King on Writing cover

An autobiography that emphasizes the importance of practice and persistence in writing, offering valuable lessons for founders.

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Arnold, The Education of a Bodybuilder cover

An autobiography of Arnold Schwarzenegger at 30, detailing his extreme dedication to bodybuilding and achieving success.

ASIN: B0C1HR5D9S
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Ritz and Escoffier cover

A book about the partnership between hotelier Cesar Ritz and chef August Escoffier, exploring their influence on the hospitality industry.

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My Life in Advertising cover

A timeless book filled with wisdom from Claude Hopkins, the greatest copywriter, teaching essential sales and advertising principles.

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