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Sam Walton Made in America
Sam Walton
In an autobiographical account of his rise to the pinnacle of the American retail business, the personal reminiscences of the late billionaire retailer are combined with dozens of interviews with Sam Walton's family and friends. Large first printing. Major ad/promo.
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How I Built This with Guy Raz
The hosts recalled that they had read Sam Walton's book "Made in America," noting how its lessons about locating stores on the outskirts of towns influenced Crumbl's expansion strategy.
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I think you're probably right. I remember reading the book about Sam Walton and Made in America and how he went to the outskirts of Walmart. It's almost like the Walmart strategy and where you go to a...
— Episode: Crumbl: Jason McGowan
Episode: Crumbl: Jason McGowan
The hosts recalled that they had read Sam Walton's book "Made in America," noting how its lessons about locating stores on the outskirts of towns influenced Crumbl's expansion strategy.
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I think you're probably right. I remember reading the book about Sam Walton and Made in America and how he went to the outskirts of Walmart. It's almost like the Walmart strategy and where you go to all these smaller towns, you know, populations of 60,000, 100,000.
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Acquired
The book was highlighted across multiple episodes as a standout recommendation, praised for offering deep insight into the mindset of a legendary entrepreneur and illustrating how Sam Walton sourced ideas from others. Hosts noted its value as a top pick for the year and cited it as an example of the 'hedgehog' qualities that define exceptional founders. The discussion emphasized its relevance for listeners interested in entrepreneurial strategy.
Episode: Costco
Sam Walton wrote in his book that he stole more business ideas from Saul Price than any other person in his career.
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Sam Walton actually wrote in "Made in America" that he stole more ideas from Saul than anyone else in his business career.
Sam Walton talks about this in "Made in America" by the time Walmart was starting people knew what Fed Mart were they were expanding
Sam tells and "Made in America" where a few years later Sam is going around again to price
Episode: Holiday Special 2022
This book was mentioned as a top pick for the year alongside its companion piece, 'Made in Japan'. The podcast hosts were amused by the coincidence of both books having such similar titles.
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My top two Acquired books and they genuinely are also my top two Acquired books for the year Made in Japan and Made in America.
Isn't that crazy that they're both named that and they're both so good
Episode: Special: Ho Nam from Altos Ventures — A Different...
It was discussed as an example of a book that revealed the mindset of a truly exceptional entrepreneur, particularly highlighting Sam Walton's 'hedgehog' qualities.
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His book Made in America is like, oh my god, that told me what the mind of an amazing entrepreneur looks like.
He is one of the all time great hedgehogs.
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REAL AF with Andy Frisella
The book was repeatedly highlighted as a foundational and inspirational read for the hosts, with Danny Miranda noting it was his first book and Andy Frisella and Jim praising its straightforward lessons on hard work, common sense, and perseverance despite numerous failures. They emphasized how Walton's philosophy and entrepreneurial journey mirrored their own experiences and offered actionable insights for building successful businesses. Overall, the discussion conveyed strong endorsement of the title as a must‑read for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Episode: 758. #75HARD vs Danny Miranda
This was cited as the first book the speaker ever read. It details Sam Walton's philosophy and is considered impactful due to Walton's success in creating Walmart.
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there's this book uh about Sam Walton it was the first book I ever read it's called Made in the USA or Made in America of Sam Walton first book I ever read my life which is kind of ironic because like here I'm not now I'm here I never intended to be here when I was there but and but you read this book and it's this man the one of the great sound to pernures ever takes his whole fucking philosophy and puts it into fucking 250 page book this guy made Walmart bro he revolutionized retail he made his children or the richest people in the fucking world right like if they didn't have it split up six seven different ways it's the what's that worth so you think you're not gonna learn something yeah from the guy who created the thing that you see everywhere yeah it's like anybody
Episode: 398. Q&AF: Promoting Healthy Competition Amongst E...
This book was mentioned as another inspirational book about Sam Walton, the founder of Walmart.
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Sam Walton made an America as name of the book.
Episode: 341. Q&AF: Dealing With Yes Men, Using Loans Vs. U...
Andy Frisella mentioned reading a book about Sam Walton, suggesting it as a worthwhile read. He credits the book with contributing to his knowledge and success.
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You know, I had some Tony Robbins books, which I owe a lot to Tony Robbins. You know what I'm saying? But like these, these, the way the information is taught now, there's no excuse to be a fucking dumb fuck. It's just pure laziness.
Episode: 5. When Does Technology Go Too Far In Business And...
It was described as the best book ever read, a simple story of hard work, common sense, and perseverance, despite numerous bankruptcies. The author's resilience and ability to learn from mistakes were highlighted.
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I still think maybe the best book I ever read, and it is relevant, but it's still Sam Walton's book as autobiography.
It's really a simple story of a man that just worked hard and used common sense and never gave up and just went forward, forward, forward.
He had lots of failures. He was bankrupt 20 times.
Episode: The 100-0 Holiday Mixer, ft. The Frisella Boys, wi...
Big Jim considers Sam Walton's story similar to Andy Frisella's entrepreneurial journey. He found the book's message to be simple but effective, focusing on taking action towards one's dreams.
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What's a Walmart founder? Sam Walton. I've read those books many, many times. And Sam Walton's story is, is the same story that's right here right now with your company. It's the same story. That was the first book I ever read.
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The Herd with Colin Cowherd
The host referenced the book while talking about Sam Walton's story, noting that it detailed the early rise of Walmart in the 1950s‑70s. He mentioned having purchased and listened to it, expressing amazement at how the company grew into a dominant force and the founder's impressive wealth. The discussion conveyed an enthusiastic endorsement of the title.
Episode: 3 & Out - Jets-49ers Reaction, QB Play in Week 1,...
The host mentioned the book while discussing Sam Walton's story and how the author detailed the rise of Walmart.
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Having I probably got halfway through I ended up listening to podcasts. So I don't finish audiobooks, but the business Sam Walton made in America. He's got a start at Walmart about like in the 60s and 70s when he was building up that business is incredible.
Episode: 3 & Out - Hard Knocks recap, Who to blame in NY, M...
The host mentioned that he had purchased and was listening to "Made in America," a biography of Sam Walton that details the rise of Walmart.
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I listen to a book on tape ... and I bought Made in America the Sam Walton story. It is crazy like the Walmart I know and how big and dominant it is, his story back in the 50s and 60s and 70s of building up that company.
He has a net worth of three times that of the number two family. The Hunts are worth 25. Greg Penner, the team CEO and husband of Ann Walton, Rob's daughter has already spent 500 million of their own money on facility upgrades.
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