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Mentioned in 25 episodes

Confessions of an Advertising Man

Book • 1963
First published in 1963, this book revolutionized the world of advertising and became a bible for the 1960s ad generation.

It covers topics such as how to manage an advertising agency, acquire and retain clients, build great campaigns, write potent copy, and navigate office politics.

The book is filled with Ogilvy's pioneering ideas, inspirational philosophy, and practical advice, making it an essential blueprint for good practice in business.

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Mentioned in 25 episodes

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David Senra
, highlighting Ogilvy's emphasis on thorough research and knowledge in advertising.
2,522 snips
#373 Breakfast with Brad Jacobs + How To Make A Few Billion Dollars
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David Senra
in the context of his hiring philosophy and the importance of hiring people bigger than oneself.
2,358 snips
#329 Charlie Munger (the NEW Poor Charlie's Almanack)
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David Senra
to illustrate the dangers of excessive luxury and the rise and fall of companies.
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#337 Napoleon's Maxims and Strategy
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David Senra
as a source of insightful ideas on advertising and business.
1,321 snips
#306 David Ogilvy (Confessions of an Advertising Man)
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David Senra
in the context of David Ogilvy's hiring philosophy.
1,196 snips
#354 Sam Walton: The Inside Story of America's Richest Man
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David Senra
for his hiring philosophy, emphasizing the importance of hiring people better than oneself.
1,004 snips
#330 Les Schwab (Charlie Munger recommended this book)
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David Senra
in the context of hiring philosophy and building a team of giants.
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#352 J. Paul Getty: The Richest Private Citizen in America
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David Senra
, discussing Ogilvy's approach to hiring and building a team of exceptional individuals.
746 snips
#345 George Lucas
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David Senra
as a source of a quote about talent.
740 snips
#233 Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, Max Levchin (PayPal)
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David Senra
when discussing David Ogilvy's approach to finding and hiring talented individuals.
470 snips
#331 Christian Dior
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David Senra
as Ogilvy's autobiography.
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#189 David Ogilvy (The book I've given as a gift the most)
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David Senra
in relation to his hiring philosophy.
400 snips
#327 Ted Turner
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David Senra
, quoting Ogilvy's perspective on the dedication of great industrial leaders.
382 snips
#307: The World's Great Family Dynasties: Rockefeller, Rothschild, Morgan, & Toyada
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David Senra
in the context of copywriting, categorizing writers as poets and killers.
298 snips
#310 Walt Disney and Picasso
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David Senra
as Ogilvy's best-selling book, described as civilized, literate, and entertaining.
290 snips
#169 David Ogilvy (The King of Madison Avenue)
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David Senra
in relation to Claude Hopkins's work on advertising.
286 snips
#332 Jesus
Mentioned by the podcast host in relation to advertising and business strategies.
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The Founder of Kinkos — Paul Orfalea
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David Senra
in the context of unconventional thinking and the criticism faced by those with innovative ideas.
228 snips
Jeff Bezos (Insights, Stories, and Secrets)
Mentioned by the podcast host as a source of inspiration for advertising strategies.
215 snips
#188 Joe Coulombe (Founder of Trader Joes)
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David Senra
after reading it and being impressed by Warren Buffett's admiration for the author.
210 snips
#89 David Ogilvy (Confessions of an Advertising Man)

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