The book was described as a wonderful breakdown of the entrepreneur journey, covering the unexpected paths to success of inspiring entrepreneurs. The book's structure and chapters were positively received.
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I mean, you've done so many interviews with so many incredible people and I can't imagine how you'd even start to write this book, but I, I do want to honestly say that I thought everything from the t...
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Episode: Guy Raz ON: Safely Quitting Your Job & Building th...
The book was described as a wonderful breakdown of the entrepreneur journey, covering the unexpected paths to success of inspiring entrepreneurs. The book's structure and chapters were positively received.
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I mean, you've done so many interviews with so many incredible people and I can't imagine how you'd even start to write this book, but I, I do want to honestly say that I thought everything from the titles to the chapters to the structure was just wonderful to see.
And, and I'm honestly, and I'm not joking at all, I'm thinking about pursuing a new business venture and I'm going to follow your book while I do that.
Here is the book. Uh, we've got the link in the description so you can go and grab a copy anytime while we're listening, uh, while you're listening.
The book was repeatedly highlighted by host Guy Raz (and occasionally guests) as a companion to the podcast, noting its New York Times bestseller status and its collection of entrepreneurial stories and advice. It was presented as an inspiring gift for anyone seeking ideas, wisdom, and the courage to launch a venture, and listeners were urged to purchase it to support the show. The overall tone was strongly positive, positioning the book as a must‑read for the audience.
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The podcast was mentioned as also being available as a book, which was recently released in paperback format.
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Hey, really quick before we start the show. Did you know that How I Built This is also a book? Well, it's now out in paperback and available wherever books are sold. So check it out.
Episode: WordPress & Automattic: Matt Mullenweg
The podcast 'How I Built This' was mentioned to be available in paperback format, signifying its release in a physical book format.
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Well, it's now out in paperback and available wherever books are sold.
Episode: Sukhi’s Gourmet Indian Food: Sukhi Singh and Dalbi...
The podcast was mentioned to be available in paperback format, as a published version of the podcast.
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Did you know that How I Built This is also a book? Well, it's now out in paperback and available wherever books are sold. So check it out.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Ethan Diamond of Bandcamp
It was promoted as a New York Times bestseller that provides inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to budding entrepreneurs. The book details the journeys of successful entrepreneurs.
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The New York Times bestselling book, How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Kara Goldin of Hint
It was described as a great read and a great gift for those seeking ideas, inspiration, and the courage to share ideas. It featured stories of how well-known entrepreneurs started.
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The New York Times bestselling book, How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Alex Lieberman and Austin...
It was described as a great read and a great gift for anyone seeking ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to share their ideas with the world, filled with stories of how entrepreneurs started from the bottom.
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The New York Times bestselling book How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Troy Carter of Q&A (June,...
It was described as a great read and gift for those seeking ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and courage to share ideas with the world. It contains stories of entrepreneurs who started from the bottom.
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And one more thing, the New York Times bestselling book How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Beverly Leon of Local Civi...
It was mentioned as a New York Times bestselling book, filled with stories about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs started from the bottom.
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The New York Times bestselling book How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Beverly Leon of Local Civi...
It was described as a great read and gift that provides inspiration and encouragement to have the courage to share your ideas with the world. It also includes stories of entrepreneurs starting from the bottom.
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And one more thing, the New York Times bestselling book How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Check out How I Built This, the book, available wherever you buy your books.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Michael Horvath and Mark G...
It was described as a great read and gift, filled with stories of entrepreneurs starting at the bottom and having the courage to put ideas into the world.
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And one more thing, the New York Times bestselling book How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Michael Horvath and Mark G...
It was described as a great read and a great gift, full of stories about entrepreneurs who started at the bottom, available for purchase wherever books are sold.
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The New York Times bestselling book How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Episode: Author and Podcaster: Tim Ferriss
It was mentioned as a New York Times bestseller, filled with stories about entrepreneurs' journeys from the bottom.
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And one more thing, the New York Times best-selling book How I Built This is now available.
It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Emily Powell of Powell's B...
It was promoted as a New York Times bestselling book that's a great read, filled with stories of entrepreneurs' journeys from humble beginnings to success.
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The New York Times bestselling book How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Episode: Kodiak Cakes: Joel Clark
The book was mentioned as a great read and gift, filled with stories of entrepreneurs' journeys from humble beginnings, and was available wherever books are sold.
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The New York Times bestselling book, How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Check out How I Built This, the book, available wherever you buy your books.
Episode: Remembering Tony Hsieh of Zappos
It was mentioned as the title of the podcast and as the title of a book which was described as a great read with stories about entrepreneurs starting at the very bottom.
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And one more thing, the New York Times bestselling book How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world. It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Episode: Dropbox: Drew Houston
It was discussed as a great read and gift for anyone looking for inspiration and entrepreneurial insights. The book features the stories of many successful entrepreneurs and how they got started.
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Hey, really quick before we start the show, the How I Built This book is now a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller.
If you haven't picked it up and you want to learn the secrets of how to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, How I Built This, the book is for you.
And one more thing, the New York Times best-selling book How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with tons of stories you haven't heard about how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
Check out How I Built This, the book, available wherever you buy your books.
Episode: Famous Dave's: Dave Anderson
The book was mentioned as a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller, and recommended for learning how to develop an entrepreneurial mindset.
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Hey, really quick before we start the show, the How I Built This book is now a New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller.
So thank you to all of you who ordered it and for your support of this show.
If you haven't picked it up and you want to learn the secrets of how to develop an entrepreneurial mindset, How I Built This, the book is for you.
It's now available wherever books are sold and in most countries around the world, or by visiting howibuiltthis.com or guyraz.com.
And one more thing, the New York Times bestselling book How I Built This is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom, and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
Episode: McBride Sisters Wine (Part 1 of 2): Robin McBride...
The book, authored by Guy Raz, was advertised several times throughout the podcast, and was recommended as filled with stories and wisdom about entrepreneurship, specifically about how they started from the bottom.
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It is just out now and available everywhere, and it doesn't cost more than a few cups of coffee. And it's filled with wisdom and stories and ideas that will have you feeling inspired and fired up to take on the world.
It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with a ton of stories you haven't heard, and how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom.
And please, if you support what I do on this show, you can show that support by picking up How I Built This, the book.
Episode: method: Adam Lowry & Eric Ryan (2018)
Guy Raz's book was mentioned numerous times throughout the episode, with the host personally requesting listeners to support the show by purchasing a copy, highlighting its content of entrepreneurial wisdom and inspiring stories.
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If you value this show, if you value the stories, the lessons, the wisdom and inspiration we bring to you, if you think of me as your friend, which I am because even though millions of you are listening, I'm actually talking just to you right now, I need you to be there for me as well. And you can do that by supporting what I do and buying my book, How I Built This.
It is just out now and available everywhere and it doesn't cost more than a few cups of coffee. And it's filled with wisdom and stories and ideas that will have you feeling inspired and fired up to take on the world.
So please, if you love this show, and what we do for you, do us one back and pick up How I Built This wherever books are sold.
And just one more thing. The How I Built This book is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with a ton of stories you haven't heard and how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom. Check out How I Built This, the book available wherever you buy your books.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Cynt Marshall of Dallas Ma...
Guy Raz's book was promoted throughout the episode, and listeners were encouraged to support the show by purchasing a copy, described as containing wisdom, stories, and inspiration.
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If you value this show, if you value the stories, the lessons, the wisdom and inspiration we bring to you, if you think of me as your friend, which I am because even though millions of you are listening, I'm actually talking just to you right now, I need you to be there for me as well. And you can do that by supporting what I do and buying my book, How I Built This.
And it doesn't cost more than a few cups of coffee. And it's filled with wisdom and stories and ideas that will have you feeling inspired and fired up to take on the world.
So please, if you love this show, and what we do for you, do us one back and pick up How I Built This wherever books are sold.
And it's a reason why how I built this, our show resonates and connects with so many people.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Aishetu Dozie of Bossy Cos...
It was described as being filled with wisdom and stories, and available everywhere at a low price. The book was mentioned as a way for listeners to show support for the show.
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It is just out now and available everywhere, and it doesn't cost more than a few cups of coffee. And it's filled with wisdom and stories and ideas that will have you feeling inspired and fired up to take on the world.
So please, if you love this show and what we do for you, do us one back and pick up How I Built This wherever books are sold.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Jennifer Neundorfer of Jan...
The book was promoted by Guy Raz as being filled with wisdom, stories, and ideas that provide inspiration and motivation. It was recently published and available for purchase.
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And you can do that by supporting what I do and buying my book, How I Built This. It is just out now and available everywhere and it doesn't cost more than a few cups of coffee. And it's filled with wisdom and stories and ideas that will have you feeling inspired and fired up to take on the world.
So please, if you love this show and what we do for you, do us one back and pick up How I Built This wherever books are sold.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Jeremy Stoppelman of Yelp
It was recommended by Rachel Martin, who hosted Morning Edition for years, as a recently released book filled with inspiring stories and ideas to help people feel motivated.
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It is just out now and available everywhere, and it doesn't cost more than a few cups of coffee.
And it's filled with wisdom and stories and ideas that will have you feeling inspired and fired up to take on the world.
So please, if you love this show and what we do for you, do us one back and pick up How I Built This wherever books are sold.
Episode: Health-Ade Kombucha: Daina Trout
Guy Raz's book, 'How I Built This', was promoted throughout the podcast, and listeners were encouraged to support the show by purchasing the book. It was described as filled with wisdom, stories, and ideas that would inspire them.
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If you value this show, if you value the stories, the lessons, the wisdom and inspiration we bring to you, if you think of me as your friend, which I am because even though millions of you are listening, I'm actually talking just to you right now, I need you to be there for me as well. And you can do that by supporting what I do and buying my book, How I Built This.
It is just out now and available everywhere and it doesn't cost more than a few cups of coffee. And it's filled with wisdom and stories and ideas that will have you feeling inspired and fired up to take on the world.
So please, if you love this show, and what we do for you, do us one back and pick up How I Built This wherever books are sold.
And just one more thing, the How I Built This book is now available. It's a great read and a great gift for anyone looking for ideas, inspiration, wisdom and encouragement to have the courage to put out an idea into the world.
It's filled with a ton of stories you haven't heard and how some of the greatest entrepreneurs you know and respect started out at the very bottom. Check out How I Built This, the book available wherever you buy your books.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: John Zimmer of Lyft
It was described as a book full of inspiring stories from various entrepreneurs, focusing on their experiences and leadership in overcoming challenges.
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Well, to answer those questions, I've written a book. It's called What Else? How I Built This, and it's full of inspiring stories from some of the greatest leaders and entrepreneurs in the world who've been through the trenches, made big mistakes, and lived to tell the tale.
If you're looking to start something or just want to be inspired by those who have built incredible things, pick up How I Built This now, wherever you buy your books, or by visiting guyraz.com.
Episode: Khan Academy: Sal Khan
Guy Raz, the podcast host, mentioned his book, 'How I Built This', which included inspiring stories from successful entrepreneurs, particularly focusing on their journeys and lessons learned.
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Well, to answer those questions, I've written a book. It's called What Else? How I Built This, and it's full of inspiring stories from some of the greatest entrepreneurs in the world who've been through the trenches, made big mistakes, and lived to tell the tale.
If you're looking to start something or just want to be inspired by those who've built incredible things, pick up How I Built This now wherever you buy your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
To find out the answers to all these questions, pick up a copy of my new book, How I Built This. If you love this show, you will love this book.
How I Built This, the book is available everywhere books are sold or at GuyRoz.com.
Episode: Khan Academy: Sal Khan
Guy Raz's book, 'How I Built This', was mentioned as being full of inspiring stories from entrepreneurs, highlighting their challenges and successes in building businesses.
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Well, to answer those questions, I've written a book. It's called What Else? How I Built This, and it's full of inspiring stories from some of the greatest entrepreneurs in the world who've been through the trenches, made big mistakes, and lived to tell the tale.
If you're looking to start something or just want to be inspired by those who've built incredible things, pick up How I Built This now wherever you buy your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
To find out the answers to all these questions, my new book, How I Built This.
If you love this show, you will love this book. How I Built This, the book is available everywhere books are sold or at guyraz.com.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Whitney Wolfe Herd of Bumb...
Guy Raz's book "How I Built This" was promoted, containing inspirational stories from entrepreneurs who built incredible things, and was recommended for those looking to start a business or be inspired.
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Well, to answer those questions, I've written a book. It's called what else? How I Built This.
And it's full of inspiring stories from some of the greatest leaders and entrepreneurs in the world who've been through the trenches, made big mistakes and lived to tell the tale.
If you're looking to start something or just want to be inspired by those who have built incredible things, pick up How I Built This now wherever you buy your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Whitney Wolfe Herd of Bumb...
It was mentioned as a book full of inspiring stories from great entrepreneurs and leaders, covering topics such as starting a business, finding funding and pivoting when necessary.
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Well, to answer those questions, I've written a book. It's called what else? How I Built This.
And it's full of inspiring stories from some of the greatest leaders and entrepreneurs in the world who've been through the trenches, made big mistakes and lived to tell the tale.
If you're looking to start something or just want to be inspired by those who have built incredible things, pick up How I Built This now wherever you buy your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Bert and John Jacobs of Li...
Guy Raz's book, 'How I Built This', was promoted as being full of inspiring stories from entrepreneurs who have encountered challenges and achieved success. It was recommended for anyone looking to start a business or simply be inspired by those who have built great things.
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Well to answer those questions, I've written a book. It's called, what else? How I Built This.
And it's full of inspiring stories from some of the greatest leaders and entrepreneurs in the world who've been through the trenches, made big mistakes, and lived to tell the tale.
If you're looking to start something or just want to be inspired by those who have built incredible things, pick up How I Built This now wherever you buy your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Bert and John Jacobs of Li...
Guy Raz mentioned having written a book titled "How I Built This" which contains inspiring stories about entrepreneurs and leaders who built incredible things, overcoming challenges and mistakes.
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Well to answer those questions, I've written a book. It's called, what else? How I Built This.
And it's full of inspiring stories from some of the greatest leaders and entrepreneurs in the world who've been through the trenches, made big mistakes, and lived to tell the tale.
If you're looking to start something or just want to be inspired by those who have built incredible things, pick up How I Built This now wherever you buy your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
Episode: Calendly: Tope Awotona
The book was mentioned as a companion to the podcast. The host offered a free autographed bookplate to anyone who pre-ordered before September 15th.
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Well, to find out the answers to all these questions, pick up a copy of my new book.
It's called How I Built This. And if you love the show, you will love this book.
And if you order before September 15th, I'll send you a free autographed book plate to put inside the book.
Just visit guyraz.com or howibuiltthis.com to order or pick up How I Built This wherever you get your books.
Episode: How I Built Resilience (Special Edition): Guy Raz
It was mentioned as a new book by Guy Raz, containing practical advice for entrepreneurs, stories of successful entrepreneurs, and the story of how the show was created.
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If you have not heard, Guy has a book coming out on September 15th. It is called How I Built This, The Unexpected Paths to Success from the World's Most Inspiring Entrepreneurs.
And in it, Guy lays out some really fantastic practical advice for people starting their own businesses.
There are, of course, a bunch of very powerful stories from some of the world's most successful entrepreneurs.
And my personal favorite part, there is the story of Guy Raz himself and the creation of the show.
And of course, do not forget Guy's book, How I Built This, The Unexpected Paths to Success from the World's Most Inspiring Entrepreneurs. It is available for pre-order and Guy, thank you so much.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Pokimane
Guy Raz's book, based on his podcast, was mentioned as a resource for those interested in building something or being inspired by successful entrepreneurs. It was offered with a signed bookplate for preorders.
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It's called How I Built This, and it only costs about 20 bucks.
And this book is designed for anyone who's thinking of building something or just wants to be inspired by people who have built some of the most iconic companies and brands on earth.
So please go to how I built this dot com or guyraz.com to order the book and get your free signed book plate.
Episode: Rad Power Bikes: Mike Radenbaugh
The book was mentioned as a way to learn more about the key traits of successful entrepreneurs and how some people achieve success where others fail.
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Well to find out the answers to all these questions, pick up a copy of my new book. It's called How I Built This. And if you love the show, you will love this book.
And if you order before September 15th, I'll send you a free autographed book plate to put inside the book. Just visit guyraz.com or howibuiltthis.com to order or pick up How I Built This wherever you get your books. And thanks.
Episode: How I Built Resilience: Luke Holden and Ben Connif...
The book was mentioned as being available for pre-order at the end of the episode, likely related to the podcast of the same name.
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And don't forget the How I Built This book is now available for pre-order. You can find all the details at guyraz.com or at howibuiltthis.com.
Episode: Vita Coco: Michael Kirban
It was mentioned that the podcast has been turned into a book, and listeners could get a signed bookplate if they pre-ordered it before September 30th.
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How I Built This is now a book and it's coming out in a few weeks.
It's full of insights, advice, wisdom, and guidance all told through the stories of some of the most amazing entrepreneurs on earth.
To order the book and to get your free book plate, visit guyraz.com.
Episode: La Colombe Coffee Roasters: Todd Carmichael and J....
It was mentioned as a book by Guy Raz that contained stories and lessons from several entrepreneurs, with a focus on the gift of failure, ideas and building something meaningful.
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How I Built This isn't just a podcast, but also a book. A book filled with stories and lessons from some of the world's greatest entrepreneurs about the gift of failure, the beauty of ideas and the path to building something meaningful. You can pre-order the book right now wherever you get your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
Episode: Tempur-Pedic: Bobby Trussell (2018)
The podcast was adapted into a book, which is filled with inspiring stories and business lessons from many successful entrepreneurs, and can be pre-ordered online or from Guy Raz's website.
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How I Built This isn't just a podcast, but it is also now a book! A book filled with incredible stories and lessons from some of the world's greatest entrepreneurs. You can pre-order the How I Built This book right now wherever you get your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
Episode: Tempur-Pedic: Bobby Trussell (2018)
It was mentioned that the podcast had been turned into a book, filled with stories and lessons from innovators and entrepreneurs, and was available for pre-order.
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How I Built This isn't just a podcast, but it is also now a book. A book filled with incredible stories and lessons from some of the world's greatest entrepreneurs. You can pre-order the How I Built This book right now wherever you get your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
Episode: ClassPass: Payal Kadakia
It was mentioned that the podcast also exists as a book, which includes stories and lessons from entrepreneurs about failure, ideas, and building something meaningful.
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How I Built This isn't just a podcast, but also a book. A book filled with stories and lessons from some of the world's greatest entrepreneurs about the gift of failure, the beauty of ideas, and the path to building something meaningful. You can pre-order the book right now wherever you get your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
Episode: ClassPass: Payal Kadakia
Guy Raz's podcast was adapted into a book, which contains stories and lessons from world-class entrepreneurs about failure, ideas and building something meaningful.
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Hey there, it's Guy here. And really quick before we start this brand new episode of the show, How I Built This isn't just a podcast, but also a book. A book filled with stories and lessons from some of the world's greatest entrepreneurs about the gift of failure, the beauty of ideas, and the path to building something meaningful. You can pre-order the book right now wherever you get your books or by visiting guyraz.com.
This podcast episode recommended the book (implied by reference to the show) as a masterclass in innovation and creativity, featuring stories from founders of major companies about their journeys through doubt and failure.
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On the podcast How I Built This, host Guy Ross talks to founders behind the world's biggest companies to learn how they built them.
— Episode: How Not to Say Stupid Stuff When You're...
Episode: How Not to Say Stupid Stuff When You're Stressed |...
This podcast episode recommended the book (implied by reference to the show) as a masterclass in innovation and creativity, featuring stories from founders of major companies about their journeys through doubt and failure.
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On the podcast How I Built This, host Guy Ross talks to founders behind the world's biggest companies to learn how they built them.
How I Built This is like a masterclass in innovation and creativity, a how-to guide for navigating life's challenges from the people who've done it all.
The book, which shares the same name as Guy Raz's popular podcast, was mentioned as being about the unexpected paths to success of inspiring entrepreneurs, and was discussed throughout the episode.
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His book start with why, I actually went to college with Simon, we're really old friends, we've known each other since we were teenagers, it's just so weird, right?
— Episode: 404: Guy Raz | How I Built This
Episode: 404: Guy Raz | How I Built This
The book, which shares the same name as Guy Raz's popular podcast, was mentioned as being about the unexpected paths to success of inspiring entrepreneurs, and was discussed throughout the episode.
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His book start with why, I actually went to college with Simon, we're really old friends, we've known each other since we were teenagers, it's just so weird, right?
His book is called How I Built This, podcast of the same name, links to all that will be in the show notes, please do use our website links if you buy the book it does help support the show
Episode: 404: Guy Raz | How I Built This
It was discussed as being a podcast and book that explores the journeys of entrepreneurs, including their successes and struggles. It was also noted that Guy Raz prepared extensively for each interview before recording.
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I've got a completely different audience you know and I think that's really kind of awesome to be able to know that you can actually redefine yourself that people will try to define you but you can actually completely reinvent yourself again and again and again throughout your life and career.
His book start with why I actually went to college with Simon we're really old friends we've known each other since we were teenagers it's just so weird right makes sense somehow I've known him before he was famous and he's a wonderful wonderful empathetic person wonderful person a good friend.
I've had a bunch of Mormon entrepreneurs on the show David Neal and I found a jet blue and Joe Clark who found a Kodiak cakes Davis Smith who found a Koda Paxi Nolan Bushnell Atari and Chuck E. Cheese and others.
I don't believe there's anything they have in common that's inborn I think there's no question that you know some people have you know are naturally more intelligent some people are naturally better athletes some people are you know natural for me I don't put a high premium on intelligence I think curiosity is much more interesting.
My whole new book is about this the reality is we're actually declining in entrepreneurship we have fewer entrepreneurs in America today than we did in the 1980s I'm surprised here that because I feel like every person under 40 is like I'm starting my own business my hope is that will change but no the reality is look in the 80s there were more and an entrepreneur isn't the founder of Airbnb an entrepreneur can have an HVAC company or be an independent contractor or a plumber or an electrician.
Episode: 404: Guy Raz | How I Built This
The book, by the host of the podcast of the same name, was discussed in the context of entrepreneurship and the various paths to success. It was mentioned that he has interviewed a lot of entrepreneurs about their journeys.
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His book start with why I actually went to college with Simon we're really old friends we've known each other since we were teenagers it's just so weird right makes sense somehow
I've had a bunch of Mormon entrepreneurs on the show David Neal and I found a jet blue and Joe Clark who found a Kodiak cakes Davis Smith who found a Koda Paxi Nolan Bushnell Atari and Chuck E. Cheese and others
Many young Mormons when they're 19 years old are sent overseas to go you know convert people right to bring the book of Mormon to them yeah and you're a 19 year old and by the way they got to do this on their own they got to pay their own way
and you're on a bicycle in a black suit and you know you've got to be very polite and kind of knocking on a thousand doors a week and 995 of those doors are slamming in your face after two years of that you are exposed to a lot of rejection
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