Why people recommend it
The Personal MBA by Josh Kaufman is a comprehensive business book that distills essential management, marketing, and operational principles into an accessible guide for aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals. The tenth-anniversary edition of the book received notable attention and a strong endorsement on the Modern Wisdom podcast in August 2020. Host Chris Williamson brought up the landmark release at the very beginning of the episode to celebrate the ten-year milestone with the author, inquiring about the significance of the journey. Williamson used the occasion to dive into the core themes of the text, referencing the introductory sections to spark a broader conversation regarding the traditional flaws and benefits associated with attending conventional business schools. To wrap up the discussion, the host strongly recommended that his listeners check out the updated anniversary edition, making sure to include direct links in the official show notes for easy access. By focusing on the practical utility of skipping expensive business programs in favor of self-education, the host highlighted why this foundational text remains a perennial favorite and a crucial resource for anyone looking to master the fundamental principles of running a successful business.
Who recommended it
- Chris Williamson Recommended
Chris Williamson — 3 mentions
“and uh today we are celebrating the 10-year anniversary of the personal mba man how does that feel”
“so my main question upon reading the intro to the personal mba you will have some strong thoughts about business school”
“so the personal mba the 10th anniversary edition will be linked in the show notes below”
Other mentions (1: passing, ad reads, own books)
“so the the whole organizing concept of the personal mba is okay here's what we're doing here's the small set of things that you need to understand to do that”