Start-up Nation
By Dan Senor & Saul Singer
The Story of Israel’s Economic Miracle. Twelve, 2009.
Summary of Start-up Nation book by Dan Senor & Saul Singer
An analysis of Israel’s journey from a dispersed people to a sovereign state, and how its unique culture and military service have supported unprecedented economic growth through entrepreneurship.
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What do you get from this book? Explore how Israel’s innovation culture was born from its military and cultural history
Israel’s rapid economic growth has created a nation of entrepreneurs and innovative startups that have attracted global interest and investments
Israeli people are naturally tenacious and individualistic—ideal characteristics for anyone starting a business
Compulsory military service fosters creativity, responsibility, and independence—traits that Israeli companies respect and use
The improvisational skills Israel’s armed forces develop create a distinct advantage over nations that prioritize rigid adherence to processes
Israeli people have an ingrained desire to explore and travel, giving them a broader perspective to innovate solutions
The Israeli government has used radical immigration policies and economic incentives to prompt growth
Despite wars and constant threats, Israel’s mentality is to survive because of its success
Israeli entrepreneurial skills across multiple fields create a business incubator for technological and medical innovations
Israeli culture creates a natural cluster of like-minded business creators, much like Silicon Valley or Wall Street
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Who should read Start-up Nation book
- Venture capitalists
- business analysts
- entrepreneurs
- anyone interested in Middle Eastern history
About the author of Start-up Nation
Dan Senor
Dan Senor is a columnist and contributor for The Wall Street Journal. He was a Pentagon and White House advisor during the Iraq invasion, and acted as the senior foreign policy advisor for senators Mitt Romney and Paul Ryan. Saul Singer is a columnist and the former editorial page editor for The Jerusalem Post, and has also authored Confronting Jihad.
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