Think Simple: How Smart Leaders Defeat Complexity Hardcover – June 7, 2016

Because of the other ratings I wasn't going to get this book. I am glad I ignored them. This book takes his previous book about Apple and carries it further into the bigger world of other businesses. Segall has done his research and shares an important message about how to achieve Simplicity.

If you read Ken Segall’s previous book, “Insanely Simple,” and wished you had a broader view that includes businesses beyond just Apple, then “Think Simple” makes for a solid companion book.On the other hand, since the company leaders Mr. Segall interviewed for this book aren’t nearly as popular as Apple’s, we’re trusting blindly that they’re good blueprints of simplicity. It’s one thing to learn the secrets of the most iconic company of our day. It’s another to trust that the leaders of Hyundai Card or an Australian real estate company are equally appropriate role models.This book is less about breaking new ground not already covered, and more about adding a little more nuance to the same ideas.

Excellent book. Bought it for a gift and came in excellent conditions. Very happy with this purchase

There is some good food for thought here but overall I found it a bit repetitive and in one instance contradictory. As an actuary, I had to disagree with him about the usefulness of data. Perhaps in some sectors sales are all that matter, but in others, mine included, it's imperative to ensure those sales are profitable. If you're looking for the next great idea, this is not it. If you're looking for something to spark thoughtful discussion, this might work.

This author nails it. I am already simplifying processes both at home and at work, Great job!

I had high expectations when Ken's new book was announced. For someone who had and has access to top corporate leaders and who witnessed the concept of simplicity first hand from Steve Jobs, I was hoping to get access to some actionable insight on how to get 'thinking simple' incorporated into the company I work with.The book is rather disappointing though and I gave up after a couple of chapters as I had not learned anything new by then. And I can not imagine that the target audience for this book would think differently.For some reason I get the impression that the book is more a justification for the time spent with key corporate leaders. But there is no real outcome.

Great book for leaders

We own a family real estate company and I know how quickly things can become complex even in a small company.I am a big fan of the One Thing and the 80/20 Rule, so I got this book hoping to get some simple tips on staying focused and lean and mean.The book was somewhat interesting but, ironically, I thought it was really too long and drawn out for the small entrepreneur ... or at least I didn't have the patience to read the whole thing and apply it... I wish it had been simpler with maybe a quick start guide or something...