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    SCOTT Dallas, TX, United States 02-17-12
    SCOTT Dallas, TX, United States 02-17-12 Member Since 2011
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    "A Must Read For Anyone in Marketing/Advertising."
    Would you listen to Start with Why again? Why?

    This book is a game changer for anyone in the marketing industry. It is a fresh and common sense perspective that society has really lost. Yes. I will read again and again to refresh my perspective as well as gain many quotes for use with clients.


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    This is one of those books you will tell everyone about. It really did change my life as far as how I perceive brands and marketing as well as how I lead with purpose now. I am a Group Creative Director at an ad agency with over 20 years of experience. This book changed my POV forever. It is a must read for all my clients as well.


    Any additional comments?

    Get this book!

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    Andre Scottsdale, AZ, United States 02-16-12
    Andre Scottsdale, AZ, United States 02-16-12 Member Since 2005
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    "watch the TED presentation"
    What disappointed you about Start with Why?

    You can watch his TED presentation and get the entire point of the book (


    Would you be willing to try another one of Simon Sinek’s performances?

    Simon Sinek's style of speaking grates on me as bursting with smugness


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    Christopher Cambridge, MD, United States 02-14-12
    Christopher Cambridge, MD, United States 02-14-12
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    "Good point, but too long winded..."
    Would you say that listening to this book was time well-spent? Why or why not?

    I found the book too long. Would have enjoyed it more if it was shorter and less repetitive.


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    Timothy Johanesburg, South Africa 02-09-12
    Timothy Johanesburg, South Africa 02-09-12 Member Since 2010
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    "Watch the Video Instead"

    As others have said... Watch the TED video - its a great concept but can be told in 10 min more effectively. I couldn't get through all 7 hours of it.

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    Daniel United States 02-08-12
    Daniel United States 02-08-12 Member Since 2011
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    "Find another book"
    Would you try another book from Simon Sinek and/or Simon Sinek?

    I thought this book was completely uninspired. I trudged through because I felt like a fool for spending so much on it. I have researched most of the people he references in the book and I am very confident in saying 9 out of 10 times he missed the mark on these people. They were all great but he completely misses what made them people of substance. This books was a collosal failure try another.


    Has Start with Why turned you off from other books in this genre?

    Yes completely turned me off to the genre.


    What didn’t you like about Simon Sinek’s performance?

    Uninspired at best


    You didn’t love this book... but did it have any redeeming qualities?

    I bought it on sale.


    Any additional comments?

    This book would not be worth it if you paid me to listen to it. Worst book I have purchased to date.

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    Kurtis St Albert, AB, Canada 02-07-12
    Kurtis St Albert, AB, Canada 02-07-12
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    "Why Would I Listen to this Book"

    What a simple but oh so powerful concept. I think we all know the validity of understanding WHY we do a thing. This book's emphasis is about sharing that information with those whose lives we are involved in.

    I have re-started using the "why" conceot at work and have enjoyed the results. Taking the time to explain why we are doing something makes the acceptance and execution so much easier for those participating.

    It is a book that I will listen to again because it motivates and guides me to use this simple idea constantly.

    Like the book, like the results. Thanks Simon!

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    Colin Fresno, CA, United States 02-06-12
    Colin Fresno, CA, United States 02-06-12
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    "Huge Sinek Fan!"
    Would you consider the audio edition of Start with Why to be better than the print version?

    YES! I love hearing Simon narrate his book! He inspires me!


    What was one of the most memorable moments of Start with Why?

    Too many to list!


    Did you have an extreme reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

    My reaction to this book was to quote him, to tell people to get his book.


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    Susan BROWNSBURG, IN, United States 01-31-12
    Susan BROWNSBURG, IN, United States 01-31-12

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    "Overall Concept Sound But Didn't Live up"

    This book came highly recommended by some colleagues. Although I agree with the underlying principles of the book, the book spent too long building up to the reason we should start with why, and less about practical applications to our businesses and lives. I would have liked to see more thought-provoking questions to help leaders and business owners apply this to their own businesses.

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    Justin 12-21-11
    Justin 12-21-11 Member Since 2008
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    "Incredible + A Must Read!"
    Would you consider the audio edition of Start with Why to be better than the print version?

    So the Audible version is awesome because Simon reads it himself. It's a nice carry over from his talk. I have the Kindle version of the book to but the audio is similar to listening to him in person (or like hanging out with him). His concepts are not only inspiring but have helped me shape the way I operate in the world.

    Incredible.


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    Dee ALPINE, CA, United States 12-13-11
    Dee ALPINE, CA, United States 12-13-11 Member Since 2011
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    "This book is incredible!"
    If you could sum up Start with Why in three words, what would they be?

    Find Your Why


    What was one of the most memorable moments of Start with Why?

    The best thing is it helps you get all the way down deep into your why. I didn't know mine when I started, and I had never really thought about it. It was a game changer for me.


    Have you listened to any of Simon Sinek’s other performances before? How does this one compare?

    No I have not


    Any additional comments?

    I recommend this to anyone who wants to truly lead, or anyone who just wants to really find themselves. I know it sounds very touchy -feely, but it really was a huge personal and leadership game changer for me. I know exactly who I am, why I'm here, and where I'm going. I have always been a confident, self-assured person, but this book still made an amazing difference for me.

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