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Working Together: Why Great Partnerships Succeed Hardcover – Bargain Price, September 14, 2010

by Michael D. Eisner (Author), Aaron R. Cohen (Author)

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Dig deep and you will find the most compelling argument for working together: Happiness.

In business there are always unique individual achievers, but pull down the veil and you'll often find someone alongside them. Michael Eisner does just that in Working Together. Using his own collaboration with Frank Wells at Disney as a launching point for examining other famously successful partnerships, Eisner offers us an intimate and deeply personal look at some of the most rewarding business partnerships, uncovering what makes them tick and offering unconventional wisdom and unexpected insights. In this essential book for businesspeople everywhere, Eisner shines a light on these startlingly long-lasting and enriching partnerships, weaving together ten separate narratives—from investment gurus to entertainment impresarios, from fashion designers to big-box retailers—into a larger story about the true nature of achievement in life and in business.

Ten Stories, Ten Magical Partnerships:

Michael D. Eisner and Frank Wells (Disney)
Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger (Berkshire Hathaway)
Bill and Melinda Gates (The Gates Foundation)
Brian Grazer and Ron Howard (Imagine Entertainment)
Valentino and Giancarlo Giammetti (Valentino)
Ian Schrager and Steve Rubell (Studio 54)
Arthur Blank and Bernie Marcus (The Home Depot)
Susan Feniger and Mary Sue Milliken (restaurateurs)
Joe Torre and Don Zimmer (New York Yankees)
John Angelo and Michael Gordon (finance)

Collectively, the stories you're about to read form a blueprint for building partnerships that matter, that last, and that allow each of us to do our very best work.

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It certainly helps in writing a wannabe best-selling business book to be able to snag personal, face-to-face interviews with celebs. Then again, if you’re Michael D. Eisner, former CEO of the Walt Disney Company (with no small assistance from a writer–TV producer cowriter), access should be no issue. The list of corporate partners—in a variety of industries—is one key to catapulting to the top 10 list; among his distinguished interviewees are Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffet and Charlie Munger. The second key? A topic that’s sure to prompt no small discussion: why certain business duets succeed in the corporate (and entertainment/sports) world. A third feature: an almost dialogue-type style, by which readers feel intimately involved in the conversation. Are the conclusions about working together groundbreaking? Not really; Eisner points to trust as the foundation, followed closely by a real sense of ethics. There is wisdom in remembering the 10 Commandments—and, what’s more, taking the golden rule to heart. A name-dropping book that is catchy enough for all to skim. --Barbara Jacobs

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Michael D. Eisner has been a leader in the American entertainment industry for four decades. While president of Paramount Pictures, he turned out hit films such as Raiders of the Lost Ark and Saturday Night Fever. As chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, he transformed a film and theme park company with $1.8 billion in enterprise value into a global media empire valued at $80 billion. In 2005 Eisner founded The Tornante Company, a privately held corporation that makes investments in and incubates companies and opportunities in the media and entertainment space.

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HarperBusiness
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September 14, 2010
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6 x 1.01 x 9 inches
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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0055X53ZO
Publisher ‏ : ‎ HarperBusiness (September 14, 2010)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 304 pages
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6 x 1.01 x 9 inches

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For four decades, Michael D. Eisner has been a leader in the American entertainment industry. He began his career at ABC, where he helped take the network from number three to number one in prime-time, daytime, and children's television. In 1976 he became president of Paramount Pictures, turning out hit films such as Raiders of the Lost Ark and Saturday Night Fever. In 1984 Esiner was appointed chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company and, in the ensuing twenty-one years, transformed it from a film and theme park company with $1.8 billion in enterprise value into a global media empire valued at $80 billion. In 2005 Esiner founded The Tornante Company, a privately held corporation that makes investments in and incubates companies and opportunities in the media and entertainment space. Visit his website at www.michaeleisner.com.

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Sean

Opened my eyes to the impact a solid partnership can have...

Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2013

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I've always been a solitary business man. I've liked to launch businesses alone and keep the pie to myself.

But Michael Eisner's book "Working Together" really changed everything for me. It introduced me to a number of examples of beautiful partnerships, where each individual was better for having the other by his side.

Furthermore, the book was just an enjoyable read. Its so cool to hear about all of these REALLY successful business celebrities and how a partnership early on helped get them to where they are.

Highly recommended!

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Helmuth Ludwig

real life - fun to read

Reviewed in the United States on September 24, 2011

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Michael Eisner describes in a very lively way the strengths of personal partnerships in business. The book is fun to read and full of anectodes that make good top managers even better ones, but recognizing the power that lies in real trustful partnerships.

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Mykie

Partners, can't live with them, can't run a lucrative business with out them.

Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2015

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A book filled with stories of incredible insight into the different personalities of varying partnerships. These stories are short and pleasant with a twist of great advice. Not only does it give an example of what to expect from a potential partner but, how to be an incredible partner yourself. Major take away from this book: Communication. 4/5 would recommend to a friend.

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Durie J Purvis

This is the bomb, for under building stronger friendship ...

Reviewed in the United States on May 18, 2015

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This is the bomb, for under building stronger friendship business relations, a must read for any one interested the busniess of media

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Joseph C. Kusnan

Book Just Okay, but Frank Wells Chapter is Worth It

Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2013

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The subtitle of this book is, "Why Great Partnerships Succeed" but it never really answers the question. The Frank Wells chapter is worth the price of the book alone, nonetheless. Only Michael Eisner could have written that. Frank Wells is still missed nearly 20 years after his tragic death in a helicopter accident. Frank Wells is strong evidence that how you treat people in life is remembered long after you are gone. The other interviews/profiles in the book are a bit hackneyed and have been covered extensively elsewhere (Buffett/Munger). This book might have benefited from a bit more introspection or analysis from Eisner. For example, it could have included some counterexamples of disagreement, tension, challenges and/or even partnerships that didn't work. Ovitz/Eisner is one obvious example. "Why Great Partnerships Fail" is probably the subject of a different, perhaps equally noteworthy, business book.

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Lenaz

Every business person should read

Reviewed in the United States on January 15, 2014

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Actually I read this book when it was first published. Bought this copy for my son, who is considering a partner in his business.

Reviewed in the United States on December 9, 2014

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one of the best books this year

Reviewed in the United States on December 2, 2010

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Picked it for my self and my partner. This book is truly motivating as it highlights the need of good, reliable partners to succeed in today complex business environment.

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joseph

Great business book

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 14, 2019

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Great book, with wonderful insights and concise. Makes a great point about the value of partnership in family and professional life.

J. Harris

1 + 1 = 3 (and more)

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 20, 2014

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This is a timely book with the overarching theme of trust. Eisner points out that fundamental to all successful relationships, personal and business, is trust. Told through the stories of some of the most successful business and philanthropic partnerships; Eisner & Wells, Buffett & Munger, Bill & Melinda Gates, the book examines why working together can be much more constructive than working alone. Whilst Eisner ultimately concludes that you still need a leader, someone accountable for decisions at the very highest level, forming partnerships with people who offer complimentary skills can strengthen leaders.

In the conclusion Eisner cites a renowned Harvard study into happiness, which found that the common thread of those who had sustained happiness in their lives was not wealth and power, but rather successful long-term relationships with other people. Whilst it is easy to fall into the trappings of idealistic hero-worship with visionary leaders (a theme pushed by the media), most successful business executives will tell you that they couldn’t have got to the top alone. Working together encourages teamwork, accountability and respect, which in Eisner’s findings at least, can lead to sustained happiness when successfully implemented.

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