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The Airbnb Story: How Three Ordinary Guys Disrupted an Industry, Made Billions . . . and Created Plenty of Controversy
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Disruptive innovation tale with insider Airbnb insights.
If you're inspired by how startups revolutionize industries, "The Airbnb Story" could spark that admiration in you. It's a deep dive into the innovative spirit of a now ubiquitous service, detailing its ascent from a quirky idea to a market giant. You'll witness the challenges, triumphs, and controversies that define the business side of tech revolutions. It’s a must-read for anyone intrigued by the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and the ever-evolving sharing economy.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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ISBN: 9780544952669
Authors:
Leigh Gallagher
Publisher: Harper Business
Date of Publication: 2017-02-14
Format: Hardcover
Goodreads rating: 3.86
(rated by 3012 readers)
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Disruptive innovation tale with insider Airbnb insights.
If you're inspired by how startups revolutionize industries, "The Airbnb Story" could spark that admiration in you. It's a deep dive into the innovative spirit of a now ubiquitous service, detailing its ascent from a quirky idea to a market giant. You'll witness the challenges, triumphs, and controversies that define the business side of tech revolutions. It’s a must-read for anyone intrigued by the intersection of technology, entrepreneurship, and the ever-evolving sharing economy.
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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