by Phil Knight
Rating: 4.00 (1 ratings)
First published 2016
Fresh out of business school, Phil Knight borrows $50 and starts importing low-cost athletic shoes. Selling from his Plymouth Valiant’s trunk, he grows Nike from a scrappy upstart into a world-renowned brand. Knight navigates daunting risks and setbacks, building a tight-knit team united by a shared mission and belief in the power of sport. This candid, gutsy memoir reveals the untold story behind one of the most iconic companies of our time.
Genres: business, autobiography, sports, memoir, non-fiction, entrepreneurship
Vibes: fast-paced, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: rags-to-riches, underdog
Setting: United States
Simon & Schuster, Limited