Start-Up Nation: The Story of Israel's Economic Miracle (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9780446541466)

"In the midst of the chaos of the Middle East, there's a remarkable story of innovation. START-UP NATION is... a timely book and a much-needed celebration of the entrepreneurial spirit."―Meg Whitman, former CEO of eBay Start-Up Nation addresses the trillion dollar question: How is it that Israel -- a country of 7.1 million, only 60 years old, surrounded by enemies, in a constant state of war since its founding, with no natural resources-- produces more start-up companies than large, peaceful, and stable nations like Japan, China, India, Korea, Canada and the UK?

With the savvy of foreign policy insiders, Senor and Singer, authors of The Genius of Israel, examine the lessons of the country's adversity-driven culture, which flattens hierarchy and elevates informality-- all backed up by government policies focused on innovation. In a world where economies as diverse as Ireland, Singapore and Dubai have tried to re-create the "Israel effect", there are entrepreneurial lessons well worth noting. As America reboots its own economy and can-do spirit, there's never been a better time to look at this remarkable and resilient nation for some impressive, surprising clues.

Author: Dan Senor, Saul Singer
ISBN-10: 044654146X
ISBN-13: 9780446541466
Publisher: Twelve
Language: English
Published: 11/01/2009
Pages: 320
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 9.20h x 6.22w x 1.15d

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 09/07/2009 pg. 36
Kirkus Reviews 09/15/2009