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Elmira Bayrasli – From the other side of the world

Elmira Bayrasli – From the other side of the world

Success factors for tech start-ups in emerging economies differ greatly from those in developed countries.

Some well chosen case studies; but with too little explanation on ‘what’ they did and too many stories about how they did it.

Cathy O’Neil – Weapons of Math Destruction

Cathy O’Neil – Weapons of Math Destruction

Sound Math +Dubious Incentives = Potential Trouble

An overdose of righteous indignation makes the writing less compelling.

Leander Kahney – Jony Ive

Leander Kahney – Jony Ive

The designer behind Steve Jobs has greatly contributed to Apple’s successful revival.

Still surprising how many Apple products were flawed (overpriced, transparent, with wheel navigation, monitorless, …)

Adam Grant – Originals

Adam Grant – Originals

If you want to change the world, apply creative, unconventional thinking in a strategic way.

Surprisingly practical advise on how to drive change (make it safe for others, build coalitions, pick the right moment, be courageous yet receptive).

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