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The Macintosh Way [Hardcover]

Guy Kawasaki
4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)


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Book Description

August 1989 0673461750 978-0673461759

The Macintosh Way is a "take-no-prisoners guide to marketing warfare" says Jean Louis Gasse, founder and president of Be, Inc. Must reading for anyone in the high-tech industry, it is valuable, insightful guide to innovation management and marketing for any industry.

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.


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"Forget In Search of Excellence, forget The Management Secrets of Attila the Hun. Get attuned to The Macintosh Way."--San Jose Mercury News. A witty, irreverent, bold approach to the age-old hurdles in making and selling a product. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 209 pages
  • Publisher: Scott Foresman Trade (August 1989)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0673461750
  • ISBN-13: 978-0673461759
  • Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.4 x 1 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (11 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #663,304 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Guy Kawasaki is the author of twelve books. He was the chief evangelist of Apple. He has a BA from Stanford University, an MBA from UCLA, and an honorary doctorate from Babson College.

His latest book is APE: Author, Publisher, Entrepreneur--How to Publish a Book. Kirkus, the toughest reviewer in the business, said this about APE, "Essential reading (and reference) for modern authors, regardless of experience."

Kawasaki was born and raised in Hawaii. He currently lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with Wife 1.0, four kids, one dog, two chickens, three lizards, and two turtles.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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4.7 out of 5 stars
A loving history by one of the Apple/Macintosh pioneers. ecyoj ellor  |  2 reviewers made a similar statement
Well worth the read and very relevant even today. Edward J. Barton  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
I think it's one reason Apple is successful. White Lotus  |  1 reviewer made a similar statement
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
By A Customer
Format:Paperback
Guy Kawasaki's "The Macintosh Way" empowers the very essence of understanding the principles of evangelism and doing the "right thing the right way" in business. This book and his other book " "Selling the Dream" should be required reading for startup companies. Values and principles in business are the key to success.

Guy's keen sense of humour and reference to examples of what did and didn't work for the Apple Computer Corporation, while he worked there in the early 80's, is a fascinating perspective. Here, you will see how an successful company like Apple grows from innovation to mediocrity. For Mac users, this is a praticularly fascinating insight but should be required reading for all CEO's and directors of growing companies. It is an insightful collection of practicle examples of what and what not to do in business.
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Still Relevant 20 Years Later May 24, 2009
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It is hard to believe this book is now over 20 years old. Guy Kawasaki does a marvelous job of conveying key traits of effective "Macintosh Way" companies and managers. The key, really, is to do the right thing, the right way. Seems common sense enough, but even 20 years later, it appears as elusive as ever.

The book is extremely well written, engaging, relevant and funny. The technology/product focus has shifted somewhat over time, and Guy holds to the "Field of Dreams" build it and they will come mentality that has led Apple to success over and over again, usually from the brink of disaster.

Well worth the read and very relevant even today.
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5 of 6 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Formula for over the top success against all odds August 5, 1998
By A Customer
Format:Hardcover
The teams I have been a part of that followed the basic attitude that Guy outlines here have accomplished amazing things against all odds. On other teams, the farther we got away from these ideas, the more mediocre the end results turned out. If you want to create an environment where world changing events will happen, you need to read this book.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars An inside view of the cult
A loving history by one of the Apple/Macintosh pioneers. Intriguing illustrations and engaging descriptions of the author's inside involvement from the early days.
Published 1 month ago by ecyoj ellor
4.0 out of 5 stars History book in marketing
To understand the genius behind the resounding marketing campaign of Apple. The years when it all started. My generation with my professional background will appreciate this book.
Published 1 month ago by tanya william
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting Read
I think it's interesting to get a glimpse of how Apple works inside. They are so damn secretive today it's like getting a secret tour into the inner workings of the most successful... Read more
Published 9 months ago by White Lotus
5.0 out of 5 stars Still Relevant 20 Years Later
It is hard to believe this book is now over 20 years old. Guy Kawasaki does a marvelous job of conveying key traits of effective "Macintosh Way" companies and managers. Read more
Published on May 24, 2009 by Edward J. Barton
5.0 out of 5 stars Still Relevant 20 Years Later
It is hard to believe this book is now over 20 years old. Guy Kawasaki does a marvelous job of conveying key traits of effective "Macintosh Way" companies and managers. Read more
Published on May 24, 2009 by Edward J. Barton
3.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining but not necesarily useful
I like GK. He is a colorful character with great wit. Being a huge Apple fan I decide to get this book. Read more
Published on August 12, 2006 by JEG
5.0 out of 5 stars One thoughtful comment in this book is worth a fortune....
Kawasaki mentions his experience in advancing money to others to pay in advance for their work. Read "The Macintosh Way" as young as you can. Read more
Published on February 28, 2006 by Wm B. Hackett III
5.0 out of 5 stars AWESOME BOOK: PERFECT FOR MAC EVANGELISTS & APPLE LOVERS
Guy Kawasaki has written a great book on Apple and the Apple business method. Very funny. Extremely unique and marvelous, like Apple. Read more
Published on August 24, 1999
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