Technology · 21 min
The Airbnb Story
By Leigh Gallagher
This episode reveals how Airbnb transformed hospitality by systematically building trust and fostering human connection, turning strangers into a global community.
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Technology
Duration
21 min
What it is about
Trust, Community, Disruption, Hospitality
Who it is for
If you've ever wondered how seemingly impossible ideas gain widespread acceptance, this will illuminate the subtle mechanics of building trust and community from scratch, and this will help you see what to do next.
The author
Leigh Gallagher, a seasoned business journalist, meticulously chronicles Airbnb's journey, revealing the strategic decisions and human elements that allowed it to overcome skepticism and redefine an industry.
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