#46
Mentioned in 37 episodes
Sam Walton
Made in America
Book • 1992
In 'Sam Walton: Made in America,' Sam Walton shares his personal and professional journey, from his early life in Kingfisher, Oklahoma, to the founding and expansion of Walmart.
The book is a first-person account supplemented by quotes from friends, family, and colleagues.
It highlights Walton's core values, such as the importance of hard work, customer satisfaction, and competitive pricing.
The autobiography also provides insights into Walton's leadership style, his approach to business, and the lessons he learned throughout his career.
The book was published posthumously in 1993 and offers a compelling and inspiring look at the life of one of America's most successful entrepreneurs.
The book is a first-person account supplemented by quotes from friends, family, and colleagues.
It highlights Walton's core values, such as the importance of hard work, customer satisfaction, and competitive pricing.
The autobiography also provides insights into Walton's leadership style, his approach to business, and the lessons he learned throughout his career.
The book was published posthumously in 1993 and offers a compelling and inspiring look at the life of one of America's most successful entrepreneurs.
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Mentioned in 37 episodes
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David Senra in relation to the importance of hard work in building a successful company.
David Senra in relation to the importance of hard work in building a successful company.
2,756 snips
#275 Paul Graham
Mentioned by David Senra as an example of an autobiography that shares valuable lessons from a successful entrepreneur.
David Senra as an example of an autobiography that shares valuable lessons from a successful entrepreneur.2,312 snips
#384 Ken Griffin: Founder of Citadel and Citadel Securities
Mentioned by the podcast host while discussing efficient operations and business success.
2,183 snips
#374 Rare Jeff Bezos Interview
Mentioned by David Senra in relation to his autobiography and the simple yet effective approach to business.
David Senra in relation to his autobiography and the simple yet effective approach to business.2,046 snips
#295 I had dinner with Charlie Munger
Mentioned by David Senra in the context of Sam Walton's views on bureaucracy and the importance of eliminating unnecessary layers.
David Senra in the context of Sam Walton's views on bureaucracy and the importance of eliminating unnecessary layers.1,977 snips
#349 How Steve Jobs Kept Things Simple
Mentioned by David Senra in relation to his unwavering self-belief and confidence in achieving success.
David Senra in relation to his unwavering self-belief and confidence in achieving success.1,642 snips
#340 Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant
Recommended by David Senra as an important book to read and reread, highlighting Sam Walton's business philosophy.
David Senra as an important book to read and reread, highlighting Sam Walton's business philosophy.913 snips
#234 Sam Walton: Made In America
Mentioned by David Senra as an autobiography showcasing Sam Walton's business principles, similar to those in Kierlin's book.
David Senra as an autobiography showcasing Sam Walton's business principles, similar to those in Kierlin's book.833 snips
#360 Robert Kierlin: Founder of Fastenal
Mentioned by David Senra to highlight Sam Walton’s perspective on the enjoyment and fulfillment derived from entrepreneurship.
David Senra to highlight Sam Walton’s perspective on the enjoyment and fulfillment derived from entrepreneurship.624 snips
#269 Sam Zell
Mentioned by David Senra in the context of customers driving long distances to save money, a sign of a successful business model.
David Senra in the context of customers driving long distances to save money, a sign of a successful business model.392 snips
#304: Sol Price (The Founder Who Taught Jim Sinegal, Sam Walton, Jeff Bezos, Bernie Marcus)
Mentioned by David Senra , referencing Walton's autobiography and his views on business growth and family.
David Senra , referencing Walton's autobiography and his views on business growth and family.382 snips
#307: The World's Great Family Dynasties: Rockefeller, Rothschild, Morgan, & Toyada
