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Every book Eli Schwartz recommended on podcasts

Key facts

  • Eli Schwartz has recommended or discussed 4 books on podcasts, as of September 19, 2024.
  • Eli Schwartz has talked about books on 1 podcast, as of September 19, 2024.
  • Those books came up in 1 episode, as of September 19, 2024.
  • The 3 books Eli Schwartz has mentioned in the most episodes, as of September 19, 2024: How to Stop Caring what Others Think for Real, Million Dollar Consulting and Small Data.
  • The latest episode with a book mention from Eli Schwartz aired on September 19, 2024.

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Guest on Lenny's Podcast · 4 books · 1 episode across 1 podcast

Eli Schwartz appeared on Lenny's Podcast to discuss rethinking search engine optimization in the emerging age of artificial intelligence. Drawing on his background as an SEO advisor and author, Schwartz recommended several books aimed at understanding user behavior and building professional brands. He recommended Martin Lindstrom's Small Data as a valuable guide for understanding people and the underlying processes of how they make purchasing decisions. Schwartz also recommended Simon Sinek's Start with Why, noting that it shares a similar focus on helping businesses understand what products are truly meant to do and how to serve users for growth. Specifically addressing growth advisors rather than traditional product managers, he recommended Alan Weiss's Million Dollar Consulting, explaining that the book had been suggested to him years prior and offered fascinating insights into building a brand and establishing oneself as a growth advisor. Finally, Schwartz recommended a book authored by his wife, Shona Schwartz, titled How to Stop Caring what Others Think for Real, highlighting its practical guidance on recognizing personal success without worrying about external opinions.

Books Eli Schwartz recommended or discussed

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  1. How to Stop Caring what Others Think for Real

    Shona Schwartz · Recommended · 1 episode

    How to Stop Caring what Others Think for Real by Shona Schwartz is a self-help book designed to help readers overcome external validation and societal pressure.

    Recommended
    “and then the last book that I'd be remiss and not recommending is my wife's book which is how to stop caring what others think for real so it is a book for precisely that understanding your own successes not worry about what other people about you”
    Where to get it
  2. Million Dollar Consulting

    Alan Weiss · Recommended · 1 episode

    Million Dollar Consulting by Alan Weiss is a professional guide detailing strategies for building a brand, establishing expertise, and succeeding as an independent consultant.

    Recommended
    “this is specifically for growth advisors and not necessarily for PMS but million dooll consultant it's a a book I read recommended actually by Ethan Smith many years ago fascinating book on how to build a brand and become a growth adviser”
    Where to get it
  3. Small Data

    Martin Lindstrom · Recommended · 1 episode

    Small Data by Martin Lindstrom explores the subtle, often overlooked clues in human behavior that reveal deeply held desires and drive consumer purchasing decisions.

    Recommended
    “so there's a book called small data by I think Martin Lindstrom pronouncing his name right where he talks about understanding people and understanding how people buy and digs into that entire process”
    Where to get it
  4. Start with Why

    Simon Sinek · Recommended · 1 episode

    Start with Why by Simon Sinek is a leadership and business book that argues organizations and individuals must establish a clear sense of purpose before pursuing strategies.

    Recommended
    “the uh Simon s next start with why again same idea really understand what a product a business is supposed to be doing to understand users for growth”
    Where to get it

Books Eli Schwartz wrote

Appearances

EpisodePodcastDateBooks
Rethinking SEO in the age of AI | Eli Schwartz (SEO advisor, author)Lenny's Podcast2024-09-194
Other mentions (2: passing, ad reads, own books)
Plugged Product-Led SEO
“so like in in my book I talk about one of the earlier stories I had of this where I worked with a company we I worked with I was hired by the CMO and we built out a great plan and then we go to the CEO who brings in the CTO to discuss our plan”
Plugged Product-Led SEO
“two final questions where can folks find you if they want to reach out to work with you also check out your book and finally how can listeners be useful to you so you can find me on LinkedIn so search Eli Schwarz uh and you should definitely look for my book”