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Small Is the New Big: And 193 Other Riffs, Rants, and Remarkable Business Ideas
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7 hrs and 27 mins
Audible Release Date
08-18-06
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Publisher's Summary

Seth Godin, one of today's most influential business thinkers, writes best-selling books like Purple Cow and All Marketers Are Liars. And in between those annual books, he delivers a daily stream of ideas on one of the world's most popular blogs.

Collected here for the first time are eight years of his very best blog posts, magazine columns, and e-books. Small is the New Big offers ideas and stories that can change how you work, what you buy, and how you see the world.

It's an entertaining snapshot of Godin's fiercely original brain. Who else would argue that Fluffernutter was a brilliant business model? That we need a service that charges to send e-mail? That you can learn more about design at Hershey Park than at an Apple store, and more about marketing at summer camp than at b-school?

All of these riffs add up to a few essential themes:

  • Small is the new big because big has gone from a huge advantage to a liability.
  • Authentic stories spread and last, but lies get exposed faster than ever.
  • The ability to change fast is the single best asset for any person or organization.
  • Aretha was right: Respect is the secret to success.
  • It's easier than ever to become remarkable. There's no excuse for sticking with mediocrity.

    ©2006 Seth Godin; (P)2006 HighBridge Company

  • What the Critics Say

    • Audie Award Finalist, Business Information/Education, 2007

    "[Godin] presents a collection of essays that are thoughtful and wise." (Booklist)
    "This compilation from the marketing guru's popular blog showcases the spontaneous energy that makes his voice stand out so boldly." (Publishers Weekly)

    Customer Reviews

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    Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0 "Great format for time poor business owners"
    By: Ben (Wynnum West, Australia)
    February 18, 2009
    I'd never heard of Seth Godin until a friend said to "just buy the book". So on that recommendation I downloaded it and because it is from my understanding a compilation of his blog it is quite easily turned off and on. In fact he suggests not reading (listening) to it in one sitting which I found good advice. Some ideas are so profound you need to think about them for a while. Thoroughly enjoyed the experience.
    2 of 5 people found this review helpful:
    Rating 1.0Rating 1.0Rating 1.0Rating 1.0Rating 1.0 "It's not the content but the reader"
    By: Victor (Murfreesboro)
    December 08, 2007
    This selection is an example of an small topic made too long and the reader was poor. The tone of voice ruined the whole experience. Folks, there is a better way to spend your time.
    1 of 1 people found this review helpful:
    Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0 "Fresh Thinking"
    By: David (Woodway, TX, USA)
    October 18, 2006
    A great book for expanding the way you look at your life and running a business.
    2 of 2 people found this review helpful:
    Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0Rating 5.0 "Insightful enjoyment"
    By: John (Germantown, MD, USA)
    October 04, 2006
    I am a Seth Godin fan, and regularly read his blog. This collection of essays is excellent and well suited to audio. If you enjoy hearing disruptive ideas and then trying to apply them to your business -- you will like this book
    2 of 2 people found this review helpful:
    Rating 3.0Rating 3.0Rating 3.0Rating 3.0Rating 3.0 "it's ok"
    By: Chris (miami, FL, USA)
    October 03, 2006
    maybe a little better than ok, but not all that. Somewhat inspirational, some very good points. It does have content scattered throughout. Better for you than listening to the radio. Not as clear cut as Seth Godins other books, but still informational.
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