WeWork and the Charismatic Implosion That Led to Epic Failure

WeWork and the Charismatic Implosion That Led to Epic Failure
A fascinating new book paints a cautionary tale of Adam Neumann’s incredible rise and the dangers of the messianic leader
Lance Ulanoff
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5 min read·
Jul 19, 2021
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Jackal Pan/Visual China Group via Getty ImagesI only visited one WeWork office, a co-working space at 33 Irving Pl, in New York City, in 2018. I was there to help judge a technology competition and…
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Written by Lance Ulanoff
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Tech expert, journalist, social media commentator, amateur cartoonist and robotics fan.
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