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Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die

Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die

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Our take on the Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die

Made to Stick is a business and communication book by brothers Chip and Dan Heath, published in 2007. It breaks down why some ideas spread and stick in memory while others fade, using a framework the authors call SUCCESs: simple, unexpected, concrete, credible, emotional, and stories. The book mixes research with case studies, from urban legends to ad campaigns, and closes with advice on applying the principles. It sits alongside books like Influence and Contagious as a practical guide to persuasion, but it focuses more on message design than on social transmission.

Best forMarketers and communicators crafting messagesManagers and teachers who present ideasFounders pitching products or investorsAnyone who wants ideas to be remembered
Pros
  • Clear six-part framework you can apply right away
  • Memorable real-world examples and case studies
  • Short chapters that read quickly
  • Practical checklists for shaping a message
  • Useful for presentations, teaching and writing
Cons
  • Examples lean heavily on US marketing and business
  • Framework is repeated often across chapters
  • Some anecdotes feel dated to readers today
  • Little on digital and social media channels

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Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die price history

Lowest price we've seen: $13.73 on Nov 9 at Walmart. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 9.

What reviewers say

Readers generally find Made to Stick practical and easy to read, and many say the SUCCESs framework changed how they write and present. Some find the examples repetitive and the advice familiar if they have read other business communication books.

What people mention
  • FrameworkPraisedReaders say the SUCCESs checklist gives them a simple way to test and improve their messages.
  • ExamplesMixedMany find the case studies memorable, while others say they repeat and feel dated.
  • ReadabilityPraisedOwners describe it as a quick, engaging read with short chapters.
  • OriginalityCriticisedSome experienced readers say the ideas overlap with other persuasion and marketing books.

Specifications

Format
HardcoverSource
Language
EnglishSource
Release Year
2007Source
Genre
Current Affairs & Politics, Business, Economics & ManagementSource

Questions and answers

Is Made to Stick worth reading?
Yes, if you write, present or market ideas and want a practical framework. It is less useful if you already know the persuasion literature well.
Who are Chip and Dan Heath?
They are brothers; Chip is a professor at Stanford and Dan is a senior fellow at Duke. They have written several books on decision-making and change.
Is this the same as the original edition?
The 2007 hardcover is the original edition. Later paperback and revised editions add material, so check which edition you are getting.
Does it cover social media?
Only lightly. The book focuses on message design, not on channels, so pair it with a book on distribution or social media for that side.
How long does it take to read?
Most readers finish in a few sittings. The chapters are short and the framework is introduced early, so you can apply it before finishing.
Is it useful for teachers and presenters?
Yes. The concrete and story principles translate directly to lesson plans and talks, which is why many educators recommend it.
Where is the Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die cheapest?
At Walmart, for $13.73, 22% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
Where can I buy the Made to Stick: Why Some Ideas Survive and Others Die?
3 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Target, Booksamillion.

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Publisher
Random HouseSource
Release Date
2007-01Source