Gary Hoover
Author of "The Lifetime Learner's Guide to Reading and Learning," and founder of multiple companies, including the bookstore chain Bookstop. He possesses a vast personal library of 60,000 books.
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May 16, 2025 • 1h 43min
He Studied 35,000+ Business Books to Find the Secrets of Great Businesses - Gary Hoover
Gary Hoover, an expert in American business history and founder of Bookstop, shares his extensive knowledge gleaned from studying over 70,000 books. He discusses the evolution of retail, the impact of iconic leaders like Sam Walton, and the importance of customer engagement. Hoover also reflects on the challenges faced by beloved brands and the lessons learned from business history. With anecdotes from his own ventures, including his experience in book retailing, he emphasizes the value of understanding past business practices for future success.
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Aug 18, 2021 • 51min
What a Man With 60,000 Books Can Teach You About Lifelong Learning and Building Your Home Library
Gary Hoover, author and founder of the bookstore chain Bookstop, shares his love for books, boasting a personal library of 60,000. He discusses why he favors physical books over e-books and the benefits of collecting non-fiction. Listeners learn his unique method for digesting the essence of a book in just thirty minutes and the importance of older texts in enhancing knowledge. Hoover emphasizes the value of personalized reading experiences, thoughtful engagement with literature, and the joy of building a home library filled with curated resources.
