Alibaba by Duncan Clark

Explore the Rise of a Global E-Commerce Giant in "Alibaba" by Duncan Clark – Available in Sri Lanka

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Why "Alibaba" is a Must-Read

Insightful Biography

Duncan Clark, a former Morgan Stanley investment banker, and technology consultant, provides an insider’s view of Alibaba’s meteoric rise. He shares his firsthand experiences and interviews with key figures, including Jack Ma, the charismatic founder of Alibaba.

Business Strategies

The book delves into the business strategies that propelled Alibaba to success. Readers will gain valuable insights into the company’s innovative approaches, such as leveraging the internet to connect small businesses with global markets and creating a comprehensive ecosystem of services.

Cultural and Economic Context

Clark places Alibaba’s story within the broader context of China’s economic reforms and rapid technological advancements. This perspective helps readers understand the unique challenges and opportunities that shaped Alibaba’s journey.

Memorable Quotes from "Alibaba"

1. "Alibaba’s mission is to make it easy to do business anywhere."
   • Translation (Sinhala): "අලිබාබාගේ මෙහෙවර කිසිදු තැනක ව්‍යාපාරයක් කළ හැකි ලෙස පහසු කිරීමයි."
   • Translation (Tamil): "எங்கு வேண்டுமானாலும் வணிகம் செய்வதை எளிதாக்குவது அலிபாபாவின் பணி."
2. "I want people to know that if we can do it, you can do it. If Alibaba can grow, anyone can grow."
3. "The best way to predict the future is to create it."
4. "You need the right people with you, not the best people."
5. "If you’ve never tried, how will you ever know if there’s any chance?"

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Title: Alibaba: The House That Jack Ma Built

Author: Duncan Clark

ISBN: 9780062413413

Publisher: Harper Business

Published Year: 2016

Number of Pages: 304

Binding: Paperback