Joan Magretta Books

A guide to Michael Porters thinking on competition and strategy, classic and current.

This short, entertaining guide explains and demystifies Michael Porter's core strategy concepts with engaging illustrations, a charming and relatable cast of characters, and clear, simple captions. Here you'll find the classic Porter framework - industry structure and the Five Forces, competitive advantage and the value chai - as well as a set of practical tests to apply in evaluating existing strategies or developing new ones. You'll also learn Porter's thinking about critical issues such as scale, goal setting, sustainability, and disruption

In her hilarious book of essays, Parks and Recreation, Girlfriends' Guide to Divorce, and Good Girls star Retta shares the stories that led to her success in Hollywood.

Timeless business wisdom from an award-winning business writer