DARE: The Mindset for Successful Innovators in the Digital Age
In a nutshell
Mindset guide for innovators in digital era, by Eric de Groot. Average rating of 4.55 from 11 ratings on Goodreads. Aimed at startup founders embracing innovation.
Overview
DARE outlines the mindset needed for digital innovation success.
Standard book pricing.
Reference
DARE: The Mindset for Successful Innovators in the Digital Age — publisher / official page. Summary adapted from the Awesome Startup Books collection.
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