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Discover the inspiring journey behind one of the fastest-growing enterprise software companies with 'Startupland' by Mikkel Svane. Ideal for aspiring entrepreneurs and startup enthusiasts, this captivating book delves into the unconventional story of Zendesk's founding. Forget the standard Silicon Valley narrative; here, Mikkel recounts how he and two friends broke free from the mundane corporate world to create something extraordinary from a Copenhagen loft. With 224 pages of insightful anecdotes, you'll find valuable lessons on risk-taking, perseverance, and the essence of startup culture.
Explore important themes such as overcoming failure, the significance of community, and the reality of building a successful business without the backing of venture capital. 'Startupland' not only challenges the myths surrounding startups but also offers practical advice on how to hire effectively, create a positive work environment, and maintain strong friendships in the often turbulent world of entrepreneurship. This brand new edition, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2014, comes with free shipping — allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Join the ranks of successful entrepreneurs who are inspired by Mikkel Svane's fresh perspective on what it really takes to succeed in the startup landscape.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781118980811
Year: 2014
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Pages: 224
Description:
The real story of what it takes to risk it all and go for
broke.
Conventional wisdom says most startups need to be in Silicon
Valley, started by young engineers around a sexy new idea, and
backed by VC funding. But as Mikkel Svane reveals in
Startupland, the story of founding Zendesk was anything but
conventional.
Founded in a Copenhagen loft by three thirty-something friends
looking to break free from corporate doldrums, Zendesk Inc. is now
one of the hottest enterprise software companies, still rapidly
growing with customers in 150 countries. But its success was
anything but predestined. With revealing stories both funny and
frank, Mikkel shares how he and his friends bravely left secure
jobs to start something on their own, how he almost went broke
several times, how they picked up themselves and their families to
travel across the world to California and the unknown, and how the
three friends were miraculously still together for Zendesk's IPO
and (still growing) success.
Much like Zendesk's mission itself?to remove friction,
barriers, and mystery in order to make customer service easier and
more approachable?Startupland removes some of the
myths about startups and startup founders. Mikkel's advice,
hard-won through experience, often bucks conventional wisdom and
entrepreneurial tropes. He shares why failure (whether fast or
slow) is awful, why a seemingly boring product or idea can be the
most exciting, why giving back to the community is as important as
the bottom line. From how to hire right (look for people who are
not offended by swearing) to which personas generate the highest
response rat
Explore important themes such as overcoming failure, the significance of community, and the reality of building a successful business without the backing of venture capital. 'Startupland' not only challenges the myths surrounding startups but also offers practical advice on how to hire effectively, create a positive work environment, and maintain strong friendships in the often turbulent world of entrepreneurship. This brand new edition, published by John Wiley & Sons in 2014, comes with free shipping — allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Please note that once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled. Join the ranks of successful entrepreneurs who are inspired by Mikkel Svane's fresh perspective on what it really takes to succeed in the startup landscape.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781118980811
Year: 2014
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc (US)
Pages: 224
Description:
The real story of what it takes to risk it all and go for
broke.
Conventional wisdom says most startups need to be in Silicon
Valley, started by young engineers around a sexy new idea, and
backed by VC funding. But as Mikkel Svane reveals in
Startupland, the story of founding Zendesk was anything but
conventional.
Founded in a Copenhagen loft by three thirty-something friends
looking to break free from corporate doldrums, Zendesk Inc. is now
one of the hottest enterprise software companies, still rapidly
growing with customers in 150 countries. But its success was
anything but predestined. With revealing stories both funny and
frank, Mikkel shares how he and his friends bravely left secure
jobs to start something on their own, how he almost went broke
several times, how they picked up themselves and their families to
travel across the world to California and the unknown, and how the
three friends were miraculously still together for Zendesk's IPO
and (still growing) success.
Much like Zendesk's mission itself?to remove friction,
barriers, and mystery in order to make customer service easier and
more approachable?Startupland removes some of the
myths about startups and startup founders. Mikkel's advice,
hard-won through experience, often bucks conventional wisdom and
entrepreneurial tropes. He shares why failure (whether fast or
slow) is awful, why a seemingly boring product or idea can be the
most exciting, why giving back to the community is as important as
the bottom line. From how to hire right (look for people who are
not offended by swearing) to which personas generate the highest
response rat