Written by Mamet in 1977, Glengarry Glen Ross is a play that delves into the dynamics of men and their interactions within the corporate world. It portrays the extreme measures men take to attain success.

The Last Tycoon, an incomplete novel by F. Scott Fitzgerald first released in 1941, examines the Hollywood scene and the relationships that develop within the industry.

The Last Mogul: Lew Wasserman, a biography by Dennis MacDougal, details the life of a prominent Hollywood executive. The book provides insights into the business relationships in Hollywood.

Published in 1998, Circus of Ambition: The Culture of Wealth and Power in the Eighties by John Taylor is a nonfiction work comprising essays about the affluent and the culture of success, including perspectives on Hollywood.

First staged in 1992, David Mamet's play Oleanna centers on Carol, a young university student who, like Karen in Speed-the-Plow, remains a mysterious figure. The drama revolves around a sexual harassment accusation she levels against a male professor.