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Book · 1999 · Pictorial works

Disneyland

by Tim O'Day · Recommended by 1 person on 1 podcast

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To go into the process behind it, that book, Disneyland, goes into it. And to your point, it's almost like opening the kimono. He shared with the entire country all the work and effort and detail that went into it.
David Senra · Invest Like the Best · Jul 2024

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Disneyland by Tim O'Day is a detailed nonfiction book exploring the history, extensive planning, and intricate creative processes behind the iconic amusement park. David Senra mentioned the book on Invest Like the Best during episodes in March 2023 and July 2023, reflecting on the historical conflicts and high stakes involved in its creation. Senra pointed out that the book acts as a window into the inner workings of the enterprise, effectively opening the kimono to reveal the sheer amount of work, effort, and meticulous detail that went into building the park. He highlighted an illustrative dispute over escalating costs where Walt Disney famously dismissed budget worries by emphasizing innovation and refusing to stop until the project was complete. By bringing up this work, Senra underscored the relentless dedication and transparency surrounding the monumental effort required to bring Disney's ambitious vision to life.

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David Senra To go into the process behind it, that book, Disneyland, goes into it. And to your point, it's almost like… 2
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“To go into the process behind it, that book, Disneyland, goes into it. And to your point, it's almost like opening the kimono. He shared with the entire country all the work and effort and detail that went into it.”
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“They were having this fight in one of their books where it's just like, how much is this going to cost? And Walt says, we're innovating. I'll tell you when I'm done. To go into the process behind it, that book, Disneyland, goes into it.”