--- product_id: 255028120 title: "Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies" price: "€ 46.57" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 6 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/255028120-built-to-last-successful-habits-of-visionary-companies store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # 18 visionary, enduring companies analyzed 6 years of deep Stanford research 4.6-star rating from 1,700+ readers Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies **Price:** € 46.57 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📈 Unlock the secrets of visionary companies and future-proof your success! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies - **How much does it cost?** € 46.57 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/255028120-built-to-last-successful-habits-of-visionary-companies) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Values Over Charisma:** Learn why lasting success depends on strong systems, not just leaders. - • **Top-Ranked Bestseller:** Ranked top 5 in multiple business categories—join thousands of savvy readers. - • **Research-Backed Insights:** Groundbreaking 6-year Stanford study reveals timeless success habits. - • **Timeless Business Wisdom:** Powerful concepts that remain relevant despite changing market trends. - • **Enduring Company Case Studies:** Explore 18 iconic companies that have thrived across decades. ## Overview Built to Last distills six years of Stanford research into the habits of 18 exceptional companies that have achieved enduring success. Authored by James C. Collins and Jerry I. Porras, this bestseller offers deep insights into how strong values and systems—not just charismatic leaders—drive long-term business excellence. With a 4.6-star rating from over 1,700 readers, it remains a must-read for professionals aiming to build sustainable, visionary organizations. ## Description Drawing upon a six-year research project at the Stanford University Graduate School of Business, James C. Collins and Jerry I. Porras took eighteen truly exceptional and long-lasting companies and Review: Good book! - A few years old now so the companies and examples are less relatable today. However, the concepts are powerful and very much still relevant. Review: Hard to stay engaged and small print - A great book with a lot of valuable insights, but I found it to be a pretty dense read. The research and examples are thorough, which is impressive, but at times it felt like the details were a bit much and made it hard to stay engaged. That said, the core ideas really stood out—like how successful companies aren’t just about charismatic leaders but about strong values and systems that last. If you can get through the heavy sections, the lessons on creating lasting companies are definitely worth it, but it’s not the easiest book to get through. ## Features - Great product! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #3,821 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #4 in Environmental Economics #4 in Sustainable Business Development #5 in Psychology Reference | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,714 Reviews | ## Images ![Built to Last: Successful Habits of Visionary Companies - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61-+RJemWdL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good book! *by N***K on 1 September 2024* A few years old now so the companies and examples are less relatable today. However, the concepts are powerful and very much still relevant. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Hard to stay engaged and small print *by P***Y on 5 October 2024* A great book with a lot of valuable insights, but I found it to be a pretty dense read. The research and examples are thorough, which is impressive, but at times it felt like the details were a bit much and made it hard to stay engaged. That said, the core ideas really stood out—like how successful companies aren’t just about charismatic leaders but about strong values and systems that last. If you can get through the heavy sections, the lessons on creating lasting companies are definitely worth it, but it’s not the easiest book to get through. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Preserve the Core / Stimulate Progress *by V***D on 1 July 2013* Nearly 20 years ago this book has been written, and it is still so applicable ! Based on scientific research on “visionary” companies, a lot of interesting findings are formulated. I several times felt like reading thoughts which I have been (subconsciously) thinking for years, and applied professionally. What a relief the see them so nicely formulated ! Why haven’t I read this book before? Ideas I liked most: - Preserve the Core and Stimulate Progress: you should separate the Core Ideology (which shouldn’t change) from the drive for Progress (which can change and should never be satisfied) - No tyranny of the OR: instead of having to choose between Continuity OR Change (for example), you should choose Continuity AND Change. The authors put it like this: “The ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still retain ability to function” - Good enough never is: visionary companies always go for better, good enough (or the 80/20 rule) is not enough. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/255028120-built-to-last-successful-habits-of-visionary-companies](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/255028120-built-to-last-successful-habits-of-visionary-companies) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-07-31*