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The Soul of Startups - The Untold Stories of How Founders Affect Culture

The Soul of Startups - The Untold Stories of How Founders Affect Culture

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The Soul of Startups: The Untold Stories of How Founders Affect Culture, by Sophie Theen, explores the importance of culture in the startup world, featuring insights from experts and stories of success and failure. It is a valuable resource for founders, entrepreneurs, and professionals seeking to understand the impact of personality on startup culture.

Format: Hardback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 11 August 2022
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc


In the captivating book "The Soul of Startups: The Untold Stories of How Founders Affect Culture," renowned HR and diversity and inclusion professional Sophie Theen delves deep into the profound significance of culture in the dynamic and, at times, tumultuous realm of startup entrepreneurship. Through her insightful and thought-provoking narrative, Theen sheds light on the crucial role that founders play in shaping the culture of their ventures.

Within the pages of this enlightening work, readers will embark on a journey alongside a people management expert who has had the privilege of witnessing the birth and growth of exciting new ventures. The author vividly portrays company founders who lacked the emotional maturity and intelligence necessary to establish a foundation upon which an entire team could rely for their well-being, as well as those who excelled in creating environments that fostered the personal and professional growth of their team members.

Furthermore, "The Soul of Startups" offers a treasure trove of unvarnished truths from individuals who have weathered the ups and downs of the startup experience. It celebrates the dedicated individuals who have worked alongside renowned celebrity CEOs, contributing to their vision's realization. The book also unveils captivating stories of the journeys of startup operators, encompassing both the triumphs and challenges they encountered along the way.

As a must-read for company founders, entrepreneurs, managers, executives, and startup professionals alike, "The Soul of Startups" not only provides valuable insights but also serves as a valuable resource in the libraries of human resources and people management professionals seeking unique perspectives on how the personalities of startup founders shape the structures, processes, and realities of working in a rapidly expanding company.

Weight: 504g
Dimension: 161 x 235 x 22 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119885597

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