The book this episode covers
Henry Clay Frick
Quentin R. Skrabec Jr. · Reading rank 249 · in 1 other episode
The host praises the book's back-cover framing for avoiding both idolization and denunciation of its subject.
Dedicated episode · Explicit praise
Books David recommends along the way
The Wright Brothers
David McCullough · Reading rank 15 · in 12 other episodes
David calls McCullough’s Wright brothers book fantastic and says anyone trying to run a company should read it.
Explicit praise
The Autobiography of Andrew Carnegie
Andrew Carnegie · Reading rank 49 · in 13 other episodes
Cross-episode reference
Running Down a Dream, How to Succeed and Thrive in a Career You Love
Bill Gurley · Watch & Listen · in 21 other episodes
David calls Running Down a Dream one of the most interesting talks he has encountered and recommends watching it.
Explicit praise · Founder theme
Also mentioned
Jeff Bezos' Shareholder Letters
Jeff Bezos · Reading rank 4 · in 32 other episodes
Cross-episode reference
Berkshire Hathaway Letters to Shareholders
Warren Buffett · Reading rank 16 · in 47 other episodes
Cross-episode reference
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