Episode · David Senra · 2025-10-12

Books mentioned on Michael Dell, Dell Technologies

2 books · With Michael Dell · Listen · Watch on YouTube

Michael Dell is the founder, chairman, and CEO of Dell Technologies. He is an entrepreneur and technology executive widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in personal computing and enterprise technology.

David Senra recommended Hardball by Chris Matthews and Becoming Steve Jobs by Brent Schlender and others.

Books mentioned, in the order they came up

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1. 

   Hardball

   Chris Matthews · at 9:21

   Hardball by Chris Matthews is a classic political and professional strategy guide that examines the unspoken rules of power, ambition, and negotiation in competitive environments.

   Recommended

   “There is a book Ken Griffin, the founder of Citadel, recommends reading called "Hardball." The subtitle of that book is, "Are You Playing to Play or Are You Playing to Win?"”

   David Senra Michael Dell, Dell Technologies 2025-10-12 Listen at 9:21

   Where to get it

   AmazonListen on Audible
2. 

   Becoming Steve Jobs

   Brent Schlender, Rick Tetzeli · at 48:41

   Becoming Steve Jobs by Brent Schlender and Rick Tetzeli is an insightful biography examining the evolution of Steve Jobs from a reckless upstart into a visionary leader.

   Recommended

   “I remember, there's this great line in this biography of Steve called 'Becoming Steve Jobs,' which I actually think is the best biography written about him.”

   David Senra Michael Dell, Dell Technologies 2025-10-12 Listen at 48:41

   Where to get it

   AmazonListen on Audible