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Rockstar Service, Rockstar Profits

Author : David Brownlee
Publisher : Morgan James Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1642792233
Total Pages : 170 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (427 download)

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Download or read book Rockstar Service, Rockstar Profits written by David Brownlee and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2019-03-05 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: RockStar Service, Rockstar Profits reveals a new, fast, easy way to increase revenues, grow a business, and create loyal customers for life. Imagine for a moment that your favorite artist, musician, group or rock star came into your office or called you today requesting your product or service. What would you say to them? What would you do to serve them? Now ask yourself: When was the last time I treated a customer or a client like a rock star? What would it do for your business if you treat every customer and client like a rock star? Rockstar Service, Rockstar Profits shows business owners, executives, customer service reps, and others a more effective way for their team to deliver world-class, rockstar customer service to their customers. Inside, business coach David Brownlee teaches how to build rapport in 60 seconds or less, create customized customer service strategies to implement immediately, and how to look at customers in a new light. Rockstar Service, Rockstar Profits reveals how to increase revenues, grow a business, and create raving fans—clients that will never leave.

Sales Rockstar

Author : Jeff Krantz
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781628650433
Total Pages : 134 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (54 download)

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Download or read book Sales Rockstar written by Jeff Krantz and published by . This book was released on 2013-10 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Sales ROCKSTAR was written for those who aspire to become Ultra Top Producers in the profession of selling. It has been designed for those who desire the lifestyle that only a successful sales career can afford. What makes the message of this book unique from all others of its kind is how it teaches the critical integration of the four distinct personality styles into a proven consultative sales process. The result of this harmony is not only top-of-the-charts sales production, but also a deep satisfaction for the client and sales professional alike. Selling is the greatest profession on the planet. If you can hear the encore of the crowd, it's time to answer their call, and join the ranks of the ROCKSTARS who are restoring the fame and prestige to this great career that we call Selling.

Salesfreak

Author : Prashant Dongre
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 204 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (6 download)

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Download or read book Salesfreak written by Prashant Dongre and published by . This book was released on 2020-07-02 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: WHEN ARE YOU WINNING YOUR NEXT SALE? Business to business selling is changing dramatically. The salespeople of today and tomorrow need more than technical knowledge and good relations with clients to succeed. With so much information available to customers for almost free, their decision-making is becoming more data driven. This presents an opportunity for salespeople to adapt a new selling mindset. This mindset is all about finding and conveying your value proposition to the customer better than your competitors. This book will challenge you on how you sell and help you sell more. You will get practical ideas and answers to below questions- 1. What is the one thing you must do well to win your next sale? 2. How to ask probing questions? 3. Why strategic thinking is overrated? 4. How do you motivate yourself every day? 5. How to find a win-win in any price negotiation? 6. What is your biggest challenge in a sales leadership role? 7. How do you measure your impact on your organization? 8. How to achieve all this without losing sanity? THE TIME IS NOW.

Recruit Rockstars

Author : Jeff Hyman
Publisher :
ISBN 13 : 9781619618152
Total Pages : 232 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (181 download)

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Download or read book Recruit Rockstars written by Jeff Hyman and published by . This book was released on 2017-11-06 with total page 232 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ninety percent of business problems are actually recruiting problems in disguise. If you're filling your company's vacant positions with B-Players, you're playing with fire. Instead, hire Rockstars to build an organization with limitless potential. Recruit Rockstars shows you how to find, hire, and keep the best of the best. Top-tier executive recruiter Jeff Hyman has hired more than three thousand people over the course of his career. Now, he reveals his bulletproof 10-step method for landing the very best talent, based on data instead of gut feel. From sourcing and interviewing to closing and onboarding, you'll learn how to attract winners like a magnet and avoid the mistakes that result in bad hires. Assembling a team of driven and innovative Rockstars is the most powerful competitive advantage you can have in today's ever-changing business world. Recruit Rockstars will help you nail your numbers, impress your investors, and crush your competitors.

Rockstar Grandparent

Author : Chrys Howard
Publisher : WaterBrook
ISBN 13 : 0735291608
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (352 download)

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Download or read book Rockstar Grandparent written by Chrys Howard and published by WaterBrook. This book was released on 2019-03-12 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A guide to grandparenting with purpose and fun--in the age of smart phones and social media. Grandparenting may be different today, but it still can be meaningful and fun for both the kids and the adults. Today's grandparent needs to understand technology--how it mesmerizes grandchildren but also enhances the opportunities to connect and share life experiences. And while many of the roles grandparents play in the lives of grandchildren have changed, their most important role of influencing with wisdom, faith, and fun remains the same. The author addresses topics relevant to all grandparents and also looks at the challenges of grandchildren living in single parent or blended families. Also included are stories from the author's journey with her own grandchildren--including Duck Dynasty's Sadie Robertson.

Historic Heston

Author : Heston Blumenthal
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN 13 : 1620402343
Total Pages : 432 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (24 download)

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Download or read book Historic Heston written by Heston Blumenthal and published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA. This book was released on 2013-11-12 with total page 432 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The greatest British dishes, as reinvented by Heston Blumenthal, chef and proprietor of the three-Michelin-starred The Fat Duck—presented in a gloriously lavish package.

Better Selling Through Storytelling

Author : John Livesay
Publisher : Morgan James Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1642793736
Total Pages : 123 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (427 download)

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Download or read book Better Selling Through Storytelling written by John Livesay and published by Morgan James Publishing. This book was released on 2019-07-02 with total page 123 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “John Livesay creates a compelling connection between revenue, reviews, and influence and our ability to tell brand and personal stories.” —Tracy Leigh Hazzard, INC. columnist, brandcaster, product strategist The old way of selling is to push a message or product. The new way of selling is to pull people in with a compelling story—one that is magnetic to clients. Better Selling Through Storytelling helps people become master storytellers so they can truly love what they do and get off the self-esteem roller coaster of only feeling good if their numbers are up. John Livesay encourages readers to give up selling—and become storytellers instead! He teaches sales representatives and entrepreneurs alike how to become irresistible to their clients and what the best storytelling strategy is to get a yes. From learning how not to take rejection personally to overcoming the three faces of fear, readers learn to embrace disruption with new tools that prepare them for any unexpected waves that come their way and get the sale. “If you want to reinvent how you sell, let John Livesay show you how . . . [He] holds nothing back and fills his pages with new ideas, tips, information, and steps to becoming your own Revenue Rockstar.” —Josh Linkner, New York Times–bestselling author of Big Little Breakthroughs “Not your grandparent’s sales manual; it’s where the storytelling rubber and results hit the road. If you think it’s too soft for your ROI brain, you’re missing the whole story, which is why you need it.” —Dr. Mark Goulston, author of Just Listen: Discover the Secret to Getting Through to Absolutely Anyone

Looking Good

Author : Daniella R Platt
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 110 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (436 download)

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Download or read book Looking Good written by Daniella R Platt and published by . This book was released on 2020-06-11 with total page 110 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: DISCOVER HOW TO MAKE ROCKSTAR SALES & BECOME A SUCCESSFUL FASHION BRAND IN THIS REFRESHINGLY SINCERE PLAYBOOK, LOOKING GOOD. "You're sitting on a goldmine of sales and fashion expertise people need!" Not wanting to keep it to herself, Daniella Platt is passing along the secrets to anyone on a quest to activate their dreams. How did you land that appointment and get that yes?How can anyone create a clothing line, without worrying about fit -- in 90 days?Why risk missing an opportunity? The Ten Commandments To Be A Sales Rockstar teaches how to deepen relationships, open doors, get your YES, and screw NO with small shifts that make big impact. Be in position to knock sales out of the park. And get your way for dinner too! Fashion, the industry, is enormous. Complex. And, personal. Where do you start? How do you grow? Whether you are a designer or yogi, you can have a collection. You just need guidance. The Fashion Startup Playbook speaks from the heart of a west coast fashion insider to simplify the process. From blanks to private label, wholesaling, production, tradeshows, market weeks, and more, break through the complexity - Bring your collection to life! Even sweeter is the treasure box of scripts, resources, stories, and secret strategies the author gives to boldly bring your vision to the world and make sure, you're Looking Good! And, since her friends in the fashion industry asked for a juicy story, don't be surprised to find her journey, from JFK Jr. to a personal earthquake. What others say? "You offer so much value that's hard to put into words." - Lindsey Le "Your writing is exquisite. You are the source of information." - Inga Goodman About Daniella Platt Daniella Platt is a multi-platform creator, business shifter and people connector. She hosts a monthly Tea & Creative Mingle for designers and brands to collaborate, offers workshops on How To Build A Fashion Empire, and the Ten Commandments To Be A Sales Rockstar. As the #1 in ad sales at the Apparel News, a Women Who Innovates storyteller, Fashion Mannuscript editor and ad agency alum, she has crafted 100's of fashion and lifestyle campaigns earning her a respected place in the industry. Daniella has guided countless people to breakthroughs, awaken new ideas, exposure, and realign their message to shift their business and life.What are you creating? For a door opening script in your pocket, tips, connections, workshops, or to say HELLO, pop by www.lookinggoodyaya.com

The First-Time Manager: Sales

Author : Mike Weinberg
Publisher : HarperCollins Leadership
ISBN 13 : 1400241529
Total Pages : 190 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (2 download)

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Download or read book The First-Time Manager: Sales written by Mike Weinberg and published by HarperCollins Leadership. This book was released on 2023-09-05 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The First Time Manager Series has sold over 500,000 copies and is a go-to guide for new and aspiring sales managers on what to expect and how to succeed. The jump from sales superstar to sales manager has made or broken many a sales career. As a top-performing sales professional, you know how to own your calendar, focus your energy, create opportunities, navigate the sales process, negotiate, and close deals. Yet, if you are like most new sales managers, there is still so much you don’t know and that can trip you up if you aren’t careful. Luckily, Mike Weinberg knows the pitfalls to avoid and mindset changes needed to successfully make the leap. This powerful new resource contains candid guidance on how to master your expanded responsibilities like a pro: Know Your Role: You have been entrusted with the most critical job in your business. Cultivate the Manager Mindset: Your new role is very different from your old role, and it requires an all-new mindset. Lead Your Team: Bad things happen when you attempt to do your people’s jobs. It’s a habit many new sales managers fall into but it’s a lose-lose proposition. Learn how to lead, coach, and hold your salespeople accountable, instead of the unsustainable and unscalable approach of trying to do their jobs for them! Create a Winning Culture: Learn how to build a healthy culture that maximizes performance while connecting on a heart-level with your people. Don’t let your promotion become a trial by fire. Turn to this book to hit the ground running.

Rock Star

Author : David R. Shumway
Publisher : JHU Press
ISBN 13 : 1421413922
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (214 download)

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Download or read book Rock Star written by David R. Shumway and published by JHU Press. This book was released on 2014-09-15 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Filled with memorable photographs, Rock Star will appeal to anyone interested in modern American popular culture or music history.

How to Become a LinkedIn Rock Star

Author : Chris J Reed
Publisher : Evolve Global Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1647645328
Total Pages : pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (476 download)

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Download or read book How to Become a LinkedIn Rock Star written by Chris J Reed and published by Evolve Global Publishing. This book was released on 2020-04-14 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From front-page notoriety and being fired from his job to becoming a Singaporean citizen and LinkedIn’s most recommended CEO, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and best-selling author. This is about his journey of how LinkedIn changed Chris J Reed's life and how to make other entrepreneurs into LinkedIn Rock Stars. Chris loves to share his entrepreneurial journey and how he became both famous and infamous through the power of LinkedIn. The tips, tricks, hacks, and lessons he shares in this, his fourth best-selling book, anyone can use to achieve their own Rock Star success. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, CEO, job seeker, graduate, keynote speaker, someone seeking to move country or get a promotion, or maybe you wish to enhance your personal brand, become a thought leader, or win new clients, new funding, or new employees—you can do everything on LinkedIn that you wish and achieve your professional goals. This book is the culmination of over a decade of Chris's experience of using LinkedIn globally to find clients both for himself through his acclaimed firm, Black Marketing, and for his clients across the world. This book incorporates the best of his three previous international best-selling books—LinkedIn Mastery for Entrepreneurs, Personal Branding for Entrepreneurs, and Social Selling Mastery for Entrepreneurs, as well as updates on all the tips and advice, so you, too, can become a LinkedIn Rock Star.

Mastering the World of Selling

Author : Eric Taylor
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 0470651504
Total Pages : 548 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (76 download)

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Download or read book Mastering the World of Selling written by Eric Taylor and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2010-07-30 with total page 548 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Of the 17 million people in the U.S. who are involved directly or indirectly in sales, many repeatedly acknowledge facing four major challenges: No prior sales education or training Lack of formalized sales training, resources, and methodologies provided by their companies Due to the recession and downsizing era, lack of 12-18 month professional sales training for new hires provided by Fortune 500 companies A consistent struggle to keep their sales force, distributors, manufacturers reps and affiliates motivated and focused on effectively selling their products and services Mastering the World of Selling helps companies and entrepreneurs overcome these four major obstacles with candid advice and winning strategies from the leading sales trainers and training companies in the world: Acclivus*AchieveGlobal*Action Selling*Tony Allesandra*Brian Azar*Baker Communications, Inc.*Mike Bosworth*Ian Brodie*Ed Brodow*Mike Brooks*Bob Burg*Jim Cathcart*Robert Cialdini PhD*Communispond, Inc.*Tim Connor*CustomerCentric Selling*Dale Carnegie*Sam Deep*Bryan Dodge*Barry Farber*Jonathan Farrington*Jeffrey Fox*Colleen Francis*FranklinCovey Sales Performance Solutions*Thomas A. Freese*Patricia Fripp*Ari Galper*General Physics Corporation*Jeffrey Gitomer*Charles H. Green*Ford Harding*Holden International*Chet Holmes*Tom Hopkins*Huthwaite, Inc.*Imparta, Ltd.*InfoMentis, Inc.*Integrity Solutions*Janek Performance Group, Inc.*Tony Jeary*Dave Kahle*Ron Karr*Knowledge-Advantage, Inc.*Jill Konrath*Dave Kurlan*Ron LaVine*Kendra Lee*Ray Leone*Chris Lytle*Paul McCord*Mercuri International*Miller Heiman, Inc.*Anne Miller*Dr. Ivan Misner*Michael Macedonio*Sharon Drew Morgen*Napoleon Hill Foundation*Michael Oliver*Rick Page*Anthony Parinello*Michael Port*Porter Henry*Prime Resource Group, Inc.*Neil Rackham*Revenue Storm*Linda Richardson*Keith Rosen*Frank Rumbauskas*Sales Performance International, Inc.*Sandler Training*Dr. Tom Sant*Stephan Schiffman*Dan Seidman*Blair Singer*Terri Sjodin*Art Sobczak*Drew Stevens, PhD*STI International*The Brooks Group*The Friedman Group*The TAS Group*Brian Tracy*ValueSelling Associates*Wendy Weiss&*Jacques Werth*Floyd Wickman*Wilson Learning*Dirk Zeller*Tom Ziglar*Zig Ziglar

Inventory

Author : A.V. Club
Publisher : Simon and Schuster
ISBN 13 : 1439109893
Total Pages : 532 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (391 download)

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Download or read book Inventory written by A.V. Club and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2009-10-13 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Each week, the writers of The A.V. Club issue a slightly slanted pop-culture list filled with challenging opinions (Is David Bowie's "Young Americans" nearly ruined by saxophone?) and fascinating facts. Exploring twenty-four great films too painful to watch twice, fourteen tragic movie-masturbation scenes, eighteen songs about crappy cities, and much more, Inventory combines a massive helping of new lists created especially for the book with a few favorites first seen at AVClub.com and in the pages of The A.V. Club’s sister publication, The Onion. But wait! There's more: John Hodgman offers a set of minutely detailed (and probably fictional) character actors. Patton Oswalt waxes ecstatic about the "quiet film revolutions" that changed cinema in small but exciting ways. Amy Sedaris lists fifty things that make her laugh. "Weird Al" Yankovic examines the noises of Mad magazine's Don Martin. Plus lists from Paul Thomas Anderson, Robert Ben Garant, Tom Lennon, Andrew W.K., Tim and Eric, Daniel Handler, and Zach Galifianakis—and an epic foreword from essayist Chuck Klosterman.

GTA Simulation Theory: Transcending Reality with Rockstar Games

Author : Daniel D. Lee
Publisher : SkyCuration Publication
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 154 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book GTA Simulation Theory: Transcending Reality with Rockstar Games written by Daniel D. Lee and published by SkyCuration Publication. This book was released on 2024-08-06 with total page 154 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: GTA Simulation Theory: Transcending Reality with Rockstar Games by Daniel D. Lee offers a deep dive into the groundbreaking world of Grand Theft Auto, exploring how Rockstar Games has redefined the boundaries between virtual and real life. This comprehensive analysis traverses the origins of the iconic series, the evolution of open-world gaming, and the profound cultural impact of GTA. Daniel D. Lee, through meticulous research and expert insight, uncovers the design philosophies and narrative techniques that have made GTA a revolutionary force in the gaming industry. From the early controversies and triumphs of the first release to the complex storytelling and immersive environments of the latest titles, this book provides a rich exploration of GTA's multifaceted universe. Readers will gain an understanding of the technology behind the game, including AI advancements, VR potential, and the detailed realism of GTA's virtual cities. The book also delves into the ethical considerations of game design, the psychology of gaming, and the economic impact of one of the most successful franchises in history. With a detailed examination of the series' influence on popular culture, music, and cinema, GTA Simulation Theory is a must-read for gamers, industry professionals, and anyone interested in the intersection of technology, storytelling, and cultural phenomena. Published by SkyCuration, this book is an essential addition to the library of every GTA enthusiast and gaming scholar.

Think Like a Rock Star: How to Create Social Media and Marketing Strategies that Turn Customers into Fans, with a foreword by Kathy Sierra

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Author : Mack Collier
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
ISBN 13 : 0071806105
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (718 download)

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Download or read book Think Like a Rock Star: How to Create Social Media and Marketing Strategies that Turn Customers into Fans, with a foreword by Kathy Sierra written by Mack Collier and published by McGraw Hill Professional. This book was released on 2013-04-19 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What's better than getting new customers? Turning existing ones into FANS. Everything marketers need to know to find, engage, and leverage the power of brand evangelists Think Like a Rock Star provides step-by-step instructions that show marketing professionals how to connect with customers both online and offline to create a truly fan-centric brand. Using case studies of how rock stars like Lady Gaga, Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, and Blink-182 cultivate fans, it teaches readers how to apply those lessons to create brand advocates who will grow profits, improve business frameworks, and contribute more than ever to the success of the brand. It also identifies successful and easily replicable marketing strategies of top brands such as Dell, Ford, Patagonia, and YouTube. Think Like a Rock Star is an indispensable tool for any marketing professional. Foreword by Kathy Sierra, cocreator of the Head First book series Mack Collier is a social media strategist, trainer, and speaker who specializes in helping companies better connect with their customers via social media. His clients include businesses of all sizes, from sole proprietorships to Fortune 500 companies.

Stop Selling Start Believing

Author : John P Kaufman
Publisher : Sales Coaching Lab
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 487 pages
Book Rating : 4.2/5 (232 download)

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Download or read book Stop Selling Start Believing written by John P Kaufman and published by Sales Coaching Lab. This book was released on 2024-01-01 with total page 487 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Who is this book for and why should you buy it? This book is for anyone who is feeling STUCK – Stuck in your life, stuck in your job, stuck in your relationships, and stuck always feeling like other people are getting a better deal in life than you are. ESPECIALLY if you work in sales, THIS book is FOR YOU! I will teach you how to maximise your motivation, with my 10 step plan to set goals that you WILL achieve EVERY time so you can STOP making excuses in your life for why you aren’t getting the things you DESERVE. If you WORK IN SALES, it will help you build a NONSTOP LEAD FLOW machine that will keep your pipeline FULL and when you GET those leads, it will help you build a ROCK SOLID plan to guide your new prospects all the way through your pipeline. If you are struggling with CLOSING deals, I will teach you 5 POWER closes that will ELIMINATE most objections and give you the tools you need to HOLD MORE PROFITS than you EVER have BEFORE - while still getting RAVE REVIEWS from your customers. It will teach you proven negotiation techniques to NEGOTIATE better deals for yourself, whether you are a BUYER or a SELLER. If you are STRUGGLING with overcoming OBJECTIONS - I have included a MASTER CLASS in objection handling – including the reasons your customers HAVE objections in the FIRST PLACE, the psychological principals of objections, and OVER a DOZEN of the MOST EFFECTIVE - OBJECTION handling frameworks that will close the MOST DIFFICULT customers more often than you’ve EVER done before. If you would benefit from ANY of this – then well, this book is FOR YOU!

Rockstar Games and American History

Author : Esther Wright
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
ISBN 13 : 3110716615
Total Pages : 282 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (17 download)

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Download or read book Rockstar Games and American History written by Esther Wright and published by Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG. This book was released on 2022-08-22 with total page 282 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For two decades, Rockstar Games have been making games that interrogate and represent the idea of America, past and present. Commercially successful, fan-beloved, and a frequent source of media attention, Rockstar’s franchises are positioned as not only game-changing, ground-breaking interventions in the games industry, but also as critical, cultural histories on America and its excesses. But what does Rockstar’s version of American history look like, and how is it communicated through critically acclaimed titles like Red Dead Redemption (2010) and L.A. Noire (2011)? By combining analysis of Rockstar’s games and a range of official communications and promotional materials, this book offers critical discussion of Rockstar as a company, their video games, and ultimately, their attempts at creating new narratives about U.S. history and culture. It explores the ways in which Rockstar’s brand identity and their titles coalesce to create a new kind of video game history, how promotional materials work to claim the "authenticity" of these products, and assert the authority of game developers to perform the role of historian. By working at the intersection of historical game studies, U.S. history, and film and media studies, this book explores what happens when contemporary demands for historical authenticity are brought to bear on the way we envisage the past –– and whose past it is deemed to be. Ultimately, this book implores those who research historical video games to consider the oft-forgotten sources at the margins of these games as importance spaces where historical meaning is made and negotiated.