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📖 BOOK SUMMARY: Paul Jarvis's "Company of One" advocates for a business model prioritizing profitability and personal well-being over rapid growth. The book examines the pitfalls of excessive expansion, arguing that smaller, more resilient businesses are better equipped to withstand economic downturns and offer greater autonomy. Jarvis explores key traits for success – resilience, autonomy, speed, and simplicity – and illustrates them with numerous case studies. He emphasizes the importance of customer relationships, clear purpose, and effective teaching, promoting a long-term strategy based on trust and loyalty rather than aggressive scaling. The book ultimately encourages readers to re-evaluate traditional business approaches and build businesses that align with their individual lives and values.

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