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The New New Thing
A Silicon Valley Story
Book • 2014
The book tells the story of Jim Clark, the founder of several billion-dollar companies including Silicon Graphics, Netscape, and Healtheon.
It explores Clark's relentless pursuit of the 'new new thing' and his impact on the tech industry.
Lewis provides a detailed look at the roles of venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and programmers in Silicon Valley, highlighting the unique culture and financial dynamics of the region during the late 1990s.
The book also critiques the traditional business models and the inflated value of tech companies during that period.
It explores Clark's relentless pursuit of the 'new new thing' and his impact on the tech industry.
Lewis provides a detailed look at the roles of venture capitalists, entrepreneurs, and programmers in Silicon Valley, highlighting the unique culture and financial dynamics of the region during the late 1990s.
The book also critiques the traditional business models and the inflated value of tech companies during that period.
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David Senra when discussing a quote from Jim Clark, founder of Silicon Graphics and Netscape, about risk-taking.
David Senra when discussing a quote from Jim Clark, founder of Silicon Graphics and Netscape, about risk-taking.
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#83 Thomas Edison, Nikola Tesla, George Westinghouse, and the Race to Electrify the World
Mentioned by David Senra in the context of Jim Clark's career and the new way technology companies operate.
David Senra in the context of Jim Clark's career and the new way technology companies operate.96 snips
#229 Sidney Harman (Founder of Harman Kardon)
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Rory Stewart as one of the authors who has captured the late 20th and early 21st centuries through his books.
Rory Stewart as one of the authors who has captured the late 20th and early 21st centuries through his books.
106. Michael Lewis: Donald Trump, Sam Bankman-Fried, and the future of the USA
