The Tipping Point

Editorial review

Malcolm Gladwell argues that social phenomena behave like epidemics: small changes in initial conditions can produce sudden, large-scale tipping points. He identifies the actors (Connectors, Mavens, Salesmen), the message (Stickiness), and the environment (Power of Context) that together explain when an idea spreads.

Summary

Malcolm Gladwell argues that social phenomena behave like epidemics: small changes in initial conditions can produce sudden, large-scale tipping points. He identifies the actors (Connectors, Mavens, Salesmen), the message (Stickiness), and the environment (Power of Context) that together explain when an idea spreads.

Key takeaways

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  The Tipping Point rewards readers who want substance as well as story.

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  The prose and structure earn a second look after the final page.

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