THE BROKEN RULES OF ENGAGEMENT
by Pinky Thompson
In a nutshell
Pinky Thompson challenges conventional business engagement norms, offering founders unconventional rules for authentic relationships and deal-making pivots. Use cases in sales strategy shifts; contrarian interpersonal tactics vs Porter's market models.
Overview
Challenges traditional engagement rules in business.
Use Cases
- Improving business interactions.
Standard book pricing.
Reference
THE BROKEN RULES OF ENGAGEMENT — publisher / official page. Summary adapted from the Awesome Startup Books collection.
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