Build: An Unorthodox Guide to Making Things Worth Making

Description

Crafted for individuals seeking professional growth—ranging from recent graduates navigating their initial roles to executives contemplating significant business decisions— « Build » is a rich tapestry interwoven with personal anecdotes, pragmatic counsel, and enthralling insights into pivotal products and personalities of the 20th century. The audiobook features a brief introductory segment authored and narrated by Tony himself.

Each succinct entry builds upon the last, chronicling Tony’s personal evolution from a product designer to a leader, from a startup originator to an executive, and ultimately to a mentor. Tony weaves compelling examples, such as the inception of the groundbreaking iPod and iPhone, making every chapter a valuable compass for current challenges—securing funding for startups, deliberating whether to stay in a job, or managing difficult colleagues.

Tony’s journey to triumph unfolded in the company of luminaries like Steve Jobs and Bill Campbell, icons in Silicon Valley known for consistent success. Yet, Tony’s approach defies the Silicon Valley norm that mandates reinventing the wheel for greatness. His advice is unconventional in its adherence to traditional values. Tony’s wisdom stems from the understanding that human nature remains constant. Leadership and management don’t demand radical reinvention—instead, it’s the innovation in what you create that matters.