Special: The Science Of Building Extraordinary Companies
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What makes a company truly extraordinary? Why do some companies disrupt entire industries while others fade into obscurity? Special: The Science of Building Extraordinary Companies uncovers the fundamental principles behind the world's most remarkable businesses, providing a blueprint for founders, executives, and innovators who aspire to build companies that stand out, scale, and endure.
This book goes beyond traditional business strategies, exploring the psychology, branding, leadership, and operational philosophies that separate great companies from the rest. It delves into the power of visionary leadership, the 10x mindset, and the importance of an unfair advantage, showing how companies like Amazon, Tesla, and SpaceX have redefined industries by thinking bigger and executing relentlessly.
Key chapters explore:
- The Power of Naming & Branding – How the right identity sets the foundation for an exceptional company.
- The 10x Mindset – Why aiming for incremental improvements isn't enough, and how exponential thinking drives breakthrough success.
- The Unfair Advantage – How to develop unique strengths that competitors can't replicate, ensuring long-term dominance.
- Obsession with Customers – How companies like Apple and Amazon create deep loyalty by prioritizing customer experience above all else.
- Learning from Real-World Success – Case studies on companies like Entrepreneur First, demonstrating how bold strategies create lasting impact.
At its core, Special is about crafting a company that doesn't just compete—it dominates. By embracing innovation, building deep defensibility, and pushing beyond conventional limits, any company can transform from ordinary to extraordinary.
This is not just a book on companies—it's a guide to creating a movement, shaping industries, and leaving a lasting legacy.
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Special - Michael Adjei
Special: The science of building extraordinary companies
Introduction
What is it about certain companies that make us love them more than others? What sets them apart, inspiring awe in their brand and services? In this guide, I will outline the principles that govern the creation of an advanced company—one that defies traditional norms and pushes the boundaries of innovation in both services and design, offering actionable insights that can help you craft something legendary — enabling you to earn a larger share of the market, becoming a category defining leader.
CHAPTER 1
The first step in establishing an advanced company is having a clear understanding of the kind of company you are building. Adding ‘suffixes’, in what i’ve coined in this context, to a company name—such as Technologies
or AI
—not only signals the industry but also sets the stage for a self-fulfilling prophecy. A well-chosen