No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention

Reed Hastings

Erin Meyer

September 8, 2020

No Rules Rules: Netflix and the Culture of Reinvention is an in-depth look at the revolutionary and ongoing success of media mogul Reed Hastings and his immense impact on the film and television streaming industry. Hastings wrote the insightful book alongside Erin Meyer to provide readers with a glimpse of the unique company culture of Netflix and the strategies that enabled it to grow so dramatically.The book gives readers a holistic overview of Hastings' leadership methods, with topics ranging from Netflix's early years as a fledgling DVD rental company to its meteoric rise as an entertainment superpower. Through a series of interviews with current and former Netflix executives, No Rules Rules provides candid accounts of the corporate culture at the company and its extraordinary achievements. It also elucidates upon the controversial yet highly effective philosophies that enabled Hastings to take such risks with the entertainment industry.In addition to offering practical advice for business experts looking to incorporate a similar culture into their organizations, the book provides a wealth of personal anecdotes from Hastings and his colleagues. These anecdotes explain in detail the myriad of unpredictable and innovative decisions that Netflix made on its way to becoming the world's largest streaming service. Readers will come away with a newfound admiration for Hastings and the company he has built.No Rules Rules will be of interest to anyone interested in the fascinating story of how Hastings and Netflix changed the landscape of the entertainment industry. It's an essential read for business strategists, entrepreneurs, and executives looking to emulate Hastings' success and make the most of their own venture.