Chapter

The Importance of Talent in Building New Ideas and Making Acquisitions
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07:19 - 13:10 (05:50)

Building new ideas internally requires a strong leader and talented team, with prioritization of company strategy. Acquisitions should only be made if they align with a company's strategic priorities.

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The speaker narrates their experience of going through an acquisition that went well personally and financially, and talks about how acquisitions happen when it ties with a company's strategic priorities.
07:19 - 09:16 (01:56)
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Acquisitions
Summary

The speaker narrates their experience of going through an acquisition that went well personally and financially, and talks about how acquisitions happen when it ties with a company's strategic priorities.

Chapter
The Importance of Talent in Building New Ideas and Making Acquisitions
Episode
#105 with Avlok Kohli and Xavier Helgesen - Leading AngelList Ventures and Buying Businesses Like Berkshire Hathaway
Podcast
My First Million
Square needed to differentiate themselves from the competitive food delivery app market quickly, and identified building a unique team as the key factor in executing their vision.
09:16 - 11:14 (01:58)
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Square
Summary

Square needed to differentiate themselves from the competitive food delivery app market quickly, and identified building a unique team as the key factor in executing their vision.

Chapter
The Importance of Talent in Building New Ideas and Making Acquisitions
Episode
#105 with Avlok Kohli and Xavier Helgesen - Leading AngelList Ventures and Buying Businesses Like Berkshire Hathaway
Podcast
My First Million
The speaker discusses the reasons why big companies are willing to pay millions for a product that may not have any revenue or users.
11:15 - 13:10 (01:54)
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Business Strategy
Summary

The speaker discusses the reasons why big companies are willing to pay millions for a product that may not have any revenue or users. They prioritize strategic goals that can potentially bring a significant payoff for their company value.

Chapter
The Importance of Talent in Building New Ideas and Making Acquisitions
Episode
#105 with Avlok Kohli and Xavier Helgesen - Leading AngelList Ventures and Buying Businesses Like Berkshire Hathaway
Podcast
My First Million