The Investor's Podcast (We Study Billionaires) - The Investor’s Podcast Network Classic 07: Billionaire Tony Hsieh's Book - Delivering Happiness
Feb 15, 2022
Discover how Tony Hsieh transformed customer service into a strategic advantage at Zappos, emphasizing care and corporate culture. Learn about the importance of hiring for culture over qualifications and why every organization should craft a culture book. Delve into the unexpected emotions encountered during significant career moves, and explore the true essence of happiness beyond material wealth, highlighting strong relationships and the joy of giving.
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LinkExchange and Declining $20 Million
- After Harvard, Tony Hsieh worked at Oracle, finding the job boring despite good pay.
- He co-founded LinkExchange, an internet advertising company, declining a $20 million offer from Yahoo after just one year.
In-Depth Thinking
- Tony Hsieh's thinking goes beyond immediate desires, considering long-term impacts of decisions.
- He questions his motivations and the consequences of his choices, unlike most people.
Customer Service as Marketing
- View customer service as a marketing opportunity, not a cost center, to build brand loyalty.
- Make customer service central to your company's vision and strategy, like Zappos.
