Books by Joseph Michelli

Offers a blend of boardroom strategies, employee motivation tips, community involvement, and customer satisfaction. This book contains a rich mix of ideas for businesses that want to learn how to apply the secret behind Starbucks' phenomenal vision, creativity, and leadership within their company and in their field.

An unprecedented inside look at how Airbnb and its host community create dynamic customer experiences and build brand loyalty in the sharing economy Airbnb best embody the entrepreneurial and disruptive spirit of today's sharing economy. Since its early days as a humble start-up, Airbnb has evolved into a revolutionary force in the short-term housing market as a platform where hosts provide listings spread across more than 81,000 cities and 191 countries. Airbnb's leadership strives to support the host community to ensure a consistent, on-brand experience for every guest, every time. The Airbnb Way delivers proven methods for increasing customer engagement, loyalty, and referrals that can be utilized in every service setting and in any industry. Exclusive interviews with Airbnb leaders and rich stories from hosts and guests provide an inside look into the wildly popular online rental platform. The book features: .Airbnb strategies and practices that will drive customer engagement and loyalty .Expert advice on how to provide phenomenal customer service .Illuminating stories about Airbnb guest and host experiences.Unique leadership principles for activating all stakeholders--including those who share resources and services and more

Offers a look at how Mercedes-Benz transformed itself into a best-in-class, customer-obsessed organization. This book reveals how leaders within the organization drove the transformation of the operational and cultural environments at Mercedes-Benz through their strategic vision.

The internationally bestselling author of The Starbucks Experience reveals how UCLA Health System achieves the highest levels of excellence--and explains how business leaders in any industry can get the same results

Given unprecedented access to one of the most successful online retailers in the world, the bestselling author of The Starbucks Experience unveils the customer-experience strategies that have made Zappos the model of leadership success

Explains that the international success of Starbucks begins with a promise: to inspire and nurture the human spirit - one person, one cup, and one neighborhood at a time. This title offers a perspective on the leadership principles that drove the iconic coffee company's resurgence from serious setbacks during the economic downturn.

When it comes to quality, style, and service, The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company has set the gold standard for delivering the highest level of customer experience. This book features the five key principles behind The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company's success and customer service innovations. It is intended for executives and managers at all levels.