Build

Build by Tony Fadell is an unorthodox guide to the art of creation and innovation, from the visionary who played a pivotal role in shaping the iPod, iPhone, and Nest Learning Thermostat. This book combines autobiographical anecdotes, practical advice, and insightful wisdom to provide readers with an extensive manual on making things that matter.

As a revered figure in Silicon Valley with over three decades of experience, Fadell's journey was fraught with both spectacular failures and monumental successes. He delves deep into these experiences to offer a genuine, no-nonsense approach to building products, companies, and frankly, an impactful career. For those at any crossroads in their professional lives, Build offers a mentor’s perspective — one that is readily accessible and profoundly instructive.

Whether you're considering job options, striving to become a better manager, tackling design challenges, or venturing into entrepreneurship, Build offers invaluable guidance. Fadell’s mentorship doesn’t adhere to the typical Silicon Valley mantra of incessant, radical reinvention. Instead, his advice is practical, rooted in timeless principles of human nature, and dispensed with simplicity and clarity. Here, Fadell tells you exactly what works, equipping you with the insights needed to create things truly worth making.

In this veritable encyclopedia of advice, Tony covers a broad spectrum of topics, including leadership, design, startups, decision-making, and navigating failures. The lessons are derived from his rich tapestry of experiences, making them not only relatable but also deeply impactful. His reflective storytelling and straightforward counsel ensure that readers can easily assimilate and apply the wisdom shared.

PRAISE FOR BUILD
“This is the most fun - and the most fascinating - memoir of curiosity and invention that I've ever read.”
Malcolm Gladwell, Host of the Revisionist History podcast. Author of Outliers and Talking to Strangers.

“Whether you're looking to build a great product, a creative team, a strong culture, or a meaningful career, Tony's guidance will get you thinking and rethinking.”
Adam Grant, Author of Think Again & Host of the TED podcast WorkLife