Ubuntu!
by Bob Nelson & Stephen Lundin · 2010
In a nutshell
A leadership and culture book based on the African philosophy of Ubuntu, focusing on teamwork, respect, and shared success—helpful for startup founders intent on building strong, mission-driven company cultures.
Ubuntu!
A leadership and culture book based on the African philosophy of Ubuntu, focusing on teamwork, respect, and shared success—helpful for startup founders intent on building strong, mission-driven company cultures.
Reference
Ubuntu! — publisher / official page. Summary adapted from the Awesome Startup Books collection.
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