The Innovator's Dilemma

The Innovator's Dilemma

by Clayton M. Christensen

19 mentors recommend this 286 pages

In his book, The Innovator's Dilemma [3], Professor Clayton Christensen of Harvard Business School describes a theory about how large, outstanding firms can fail "by doing everything right." The Innovator's Dilemma, according to Christensen, describes companies whose successes and capabilities can actually become obstacles in the face of changing markets and technologies. ([Source][1]) This book takes the radical position that great companies can fail precisely because they do everything ri

ISBN: 9780875845852

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Aaron Levie

Aaron Levie

Business & Entrepreneurship

"Read these three books: Crossing the Chasm, the Innovators Dilemma, and Behind the Cloud. These three combined, if you binge and read them all, you will come out ahead."

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Steve Jobs

Steve Jobs

Technology

"Walter Isaacson said Steve Jobs was deeply influenced by this book."

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Mark Cuban

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Michael Bloomberg

Michael Bloomberg

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"An insightful analysis of changing technology and its importance to a company's future success."

Marc Andreessen

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Marc Benioff

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"We often referenced [this book. A] thought-provoking [book] that validated our crusade."

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