
CM 261: Andrew McAfee on the Geek Way
Curious Minds at Work
The Geek Way: Cultural Evolution in Business Practices
This chapter delves into how cultural evolution shapes business practices, with a focus on the unique abilities of geeks in running successful organizations. It discusses the essence of the 'geek way', emphasizing their approach to problem-solving, experimentation, and norms within geek culture. Through examples like Reed Hastings of Netflix and comparisons between companies like Planet Labs and Quibi, it highlights the importance of innovation, rapid testing, and continuous learning in achieving success.
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