Leigh Gallagher
What’s inside
This book chronicles the founding and growth of Airbnb, a company that revolutionized the hospitality industry by enabling people to rent out their homes to travelers.
You’ll Learn
- Gaining insights into the creation and scaling of a disruptive business
- Learning about the challenges and triumphs of tech start-ups
- Understanding the sharing economy and its regulatory hurdles
- Inspiration for entrepreneurial ventures and innovation
Key Points
- Conception of Airbnb by Brian Chesky, Joe Gebbia, and Nathan Blecharczyk
- Early challenges and initial lack of traction
- The pivotal role of design thinking and user experience
- Airbnb’s innovative strategies for growth
- Regulatory battles and the sharing economy
- Global expansion and the cultural impact of Airbnb
- Future prospects and controversies surrounding the company
Who’s it For
- Entrepreneurs
- Business enthusiasts
- Start-up founders
- Innovators
- Tech industry followers
About the author
Leigh Gallagher is a Senior Editor at Large at Fortune and a co-chair of the Fortune Most Powerful Women Summit.