The famed political advisor to Uber, FanDuel, Lemonade, Tesla and other startups reveals what really happens at the intersection of politics, tech and business. Most new startups today are in highly regulated industries with strong incumbents - transportation, hotels, drones, energy, gaming, education, health care, cannabis, finance, liquor, insurance. The more startups try to snatch a piece of the establishments pie, the more they risk running into a political wall. Thats where Bradley Tusk comes in. Described as Silicon Valleys Political Savior (Fast Company) Ubers Political Genius (Vanity Fair) and Silicon Valleys Favorite Fixer (TechCrunch) Tusk deploys the skills and knowledge he developed working with Chuck Schumer, Michael Bloomberg, Rod Blagojevich, and other political and business legends to help startups fight back. This book goes behind the scenes on how he helped stop the taxi industry from killing Uber in its infancy, how he held insurance companies at bay while startup Lemonade launched in each state, and how he helped online sports betting sites FanDuel and Draft Kings escape the regulatory death grip casinos tried to put on them. As Tusk writes, Every new company is essentially a tech startup. And when you disrupt someone in any industry, they dont say thank you. They punch you in the nose. These are the lessons startups need to learn to punch back and survive the clutches of politics. Combining a firsthand glimpse behind the curtain with tangible advice for how any new venture can play the political game, THE FIXER is a must-read for aspiring entrepreneurs.
Embrace the UnexpectedBradley Tusk encourages readers to embrace the unexpected. He shares his own experiences of dealing with unforeseen challenges and how they shaped his career. This book will inspire you to see unexpected events not as obstacles, but as opportunities for growth.
The Power of AdaptabilityIn 'The Fixer', Tusk emphasizes the importance of adaptability in the face of change. He shares how he had to constantly adapt to new situations and challenges in his career. This book will encourage you to be more flexible and open to change in your own life.
The Importance of Taking RisksTusk's book explores the importance of taking risks. He shares his own experiences of taking calculated risks and how they paid off. This book will inspire you to step out of your comfort zone and take risks that can lead to success.
The Value of PersistenceIn 'The Fixer', Bradley Tusk highlights the value of persistence. He shares how his determination and never-give-up attitude helped him overcome challenges. This book will motivate you to stay persistent in the face of adversity.
The Role of InnovationTusk's book encourages readers to embrace innovation. He shares how innovative thinking helped him solve complex problems. This book will inspire you to think outside the box and embrace new ideas.
