I Love Capitalism!
I Love Capitalism!
Ken Langone
Tom Keene
A breath of fresh air in its emotion and passions of the american experiment. - Tom Keene
Jason Calacanis
Pretty great story. - Jason Calacanis
Elad Gil
Enjoyable read from the cofounder of Home Depot. - Elad Gil
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I Love Capitalism!

I Love Capitalism!: An American Story

Ken Langone
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Ken Langone
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In "I Love Capitalism!" Ken Langone, the self-made billionaire and co-founder of Home Depot, delivers a riveting narrative that is as much an autobiography as it is a fervent ode to capitalism. Born to a working-class family on Long Island, Langone's journey from the modest beginnings to the zenith of American business is a testament to the boundless opportunities that capitalism affords. With unwavering conviction and a storyteller's flair, Langone recounts the trials, triumphs, and lessons learned on his path to extraordinary success. His story is not just about the accumulation of wealth but a passionate argument for the free enterprise system as a force for good, capable of empowering individuals from all walks of life to achieve their dreams. Through a series of engaging anecdotes, Langone offers readers a front-row seat to the strategic thinking, relentless work ethic, and sheer determination that propelled him to the top of the corporate world. From his early struggles to gain an education, to his audacious moves on Wall Street, and his role in the creation of one of America's most beloved retail giants, Langone's narrative is a compelling defense of capitalism. Beyond his business acumen, Langone touches on his significant philanthropic efforts, showcasing a deep belief in giving back as an essential component of success. "I Love Capitalism!" is more than a memoir; it's a clarion call to embrace the system that Langone argues has made, and can keep, America great – a system that he insists is inclusive, offering "absolutely anybody" the chance to dream big and achieve those dreams.

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Released
2018
15 May
Length
320
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A breath of fresh air in its emotion and passions of the american experiment. - Tom Keene
Enjoyable read from the cofounder of Home Depot. - Elad Gil
Pretty great story. - Jason Calacanis
It wasn’t just wealth itself that put me in that position; a lot of it was sheer stubborn curiosity. Whenever I served on a corporate board, I was notorious for asking more questions than any other director on that board. I didn’t give a shit if my question showed how stupid I was. A lot of people are scared to ask questions because they don’t want people to know how dumb they are. I’ve never had that problem.
— Ken Langone, I Love Capitalism!

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