The Kim Kardashian Principle

In this New York Times bestselling sensation, media personality and the world's leading authority on celebrity branding Jeetendr Sehdev inspires people everywhere to learn from the way celebrities engage their fan bases. 'One of the most influential books of the year' Michael Levin, Huffington Post 'The most buzzed about business book of the year!' Forbes 'Everything that a PR or spin doctor has traditionally advised: do the opposite' The Times 'The best in the business' Variety *One of Bustle's 20 Best Nonfiction Books* In the space of five years, Jeetendr Sehdev has shaken up the world of entertainment by revealing how social media stars generate more obsession than the Hollywood A-list. What can he teach us about making our own ideas, products and services break through? Jeetendr shows why successful images today - the most famous being Kim Kardashian - are not photoshopped to perfection, but flawed, vulnerable, and in-your-face. This total transparency generates a level of authenticity that traditional marketing tactics just can't touch. From YouTube sensations like Pew Die Pie to taxi-hailing app Uber, The Kim Kardashian Principle reveals the people, products and brands that do it best. After all, in a world where a big booty can break the internet, self-obsession is a must-have. No posturing, no apologies, and no shying away from the spotlight. The Kim Kardashian Principle by Jeetendr Sehdev is a fresh, provocative and eye-opening guide to understanding why only the boldest and baddest ideas will survive - and how to make sure yours is one of them.