Brain Surfing - by Heather Lefevre (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Heather LeFevre set out on an expedition to apprentice herself with today's most brilliant marketing strategists, traveling from Beijing to Seattle. The twist? She lived with each of these mentors, in their homes, commuting to work with them each day, and uncovering their principles for building many of the world's most respected and profitable brands.

Brain Surfing is a book that combines marketing know-how with life philosophy. One minute you'll learn about smart brands on the other side of the world, the next you'll be inspired to take off on your own adventure. LeFevre guides you through today's complex marketing landscape, uncovering the secret ways of working of each of her coaches. Brain Surfing will surprise you with how much you learn while thoroughly enjoying the journey.

Review Quotes

"A truly fascinating blend of travel journal and business text, it drifts beautifully between the dreamy rambles of an enthusiastic traveller and the great insights of a business book. Brain Surfing should be on every strategist's reading list." Mark Inskip, CEO, The Futures Company

"If you run a business, a start-up, or a brand, this book is essential reading. Not only did Heather persuade some of advertising's true maverick thinkers to let her stay with them, she also somehow got them to reveal their secret methodologies to how they outthink the competition. Clever." David Hieatt, Cofounder of Hiut Denim Co and The Do Lectures

"Strategists spend so much time applying curiosity and imagination to the lives of brands and consumers. But what happens when you apply that same relentless energy to normal life? That's what this book is about-the strategist's mind, only inverted and directed to the things that actually matter: culture, purpose, humility, family, adventure. Sure, this is required reading for people that want to be strategists, but, more likely, this is required reading for strategists that want to stay people." Alain Sylvain, Founder, Sylvain Labs