In The Genius Things They Did, author Tamiko Hope explores the “genius” principles used by some of modern history’s most radical and influential minds in the realms of music/entertainment, tech, beauty and fashion. In 4 bite-sized chapters she puts emphasis on how they shifted culture by using a balanced mix of personal testimonies, insightful quotes and compelling case studies to break down what all the featured entrepreneurs and innovators had in common.
Learn what these prolific leaders did on these topics + more:
- Steve Jobs on challenging the status quo and disruptive innovation
- Nipsey Hussle on ownership and community empowerment
- Lisa Price on resourcefulness
- Emily Weiss on taking action
- Jay-Z on self-belief
- Sara Blakely on the power of hustling
- Kanye West on passion
- Joe Gebbia + Brian Chesky on taking risks
- Daymond John on creating opportunity
- Kevin Systrom + Mike Krieger on being agile