The Zappos story There are many real-life stories that illustrate the idea that the best marketing doesn’t feel like marketing, but one example that comes to mind is the success of the online retailer Zappos. Zappos is an online shoe and clothing store that was founded in 1999. From the beginning, the company’s founder, Tony […]
Book Review: How World-Class Companies Profit from Passion and Purpose by
Firms of Endearment: How World-Class Companies Profit from Passion and Purpose by Rajendra Sisodia (Author), Jagdish Sheth (Author), David Wolfe (Author) “Firms of Endearment: How World-Class Companies Profit from Passion and Purpose” is a book written by Raj Sisodia, Jagdish Sheth, and David Wolfe. The book argues that companies that focus on purpose and stakeholders beyond just shareholders can achieve long-term […]
Book Review: Influence: Science and Practice by Robert Cialdini
Influence: Science and Practice by Robert Cialdini “Influence: Science and Practice” by Robert Cialdini is a book that explores the psychology of persuasion and the various tactics people use to influence others. The author draws on years of research in social psychology to explain how six key principles – reciprocity, commitment and consistency, social proof, […]
Book Review: Purple Cow: Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable
Purple Cow: Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable “Purple Cow: Transform Your Business by Being Remarkable” is a business marketing book written by Seth Godin that was first published in 2003. The book introduces the concept of the “Purple Cow,” which represents something remarkable and unique in a world full of ordinary brown cows. Godin […]
Book Review: Selling the Invisible: A Field Guide to Modern Marketing
Selling the Invisible: A Field Guide to Modern Marketing “Selling the Invisible: A Field Guide to Modern Marketing” by Harry Beckwith is a marketing guidebook that focuses on the unique challenges of marketing services rather than physical products. The book provides insights on how to sell intangible services effectively by identifying and addressing the concerns […]