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Casey Neistat

11/01/17

@ Y Combinator

In acquisition conversations, being direct and clear about your intentions can lead to better outcomes.

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Casey Neistat and Matt Hackett on Live Video's Struggle for Interestingness

@ Y Combinator

Casey Neistat and Matt Hackett on Live Video's Struggle for Interestingness

11/01/17

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Casey Neistat

11/01/17

@ Y Combinator

Having a do-or-die mindset during the acquisition process can provide confidence and clarity.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

You can achieve success by being bold and direct in your approach, clearing distractions from your path.

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Joe Lonsdale

04/26/24

@ My First Million

You can achieve success by being bold and direct in your approach, clearing distractions from your path.

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Geoff Ralston

10/11/18

@ Y Combinator

Always conclude an investor meeting with clarity, whether it's securing a commitment or understanding the next steps in the process.

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Glenn Kelman

06/16/17

@ Y Combinator

It's essential to communicate clearly with your board about what you want to achieve in meetings, as this helps guide the discussion effectively.

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Zack Scriven Media Cast

06/13/21

@ Zack Scriven Media

People are drawn to clarity and away from confusion; clear calls to action ensure customers understand how to do business with you.

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Nikesh Arora

12/08/23

@ The Logan Bartlett Show

When acquiring companies, we prioritize direct negotiations with founders to ensure alignment and understanding of the vision and product fit.

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Amanda Askell

09/06/24

@ Anthropic

Using clear, prescriptive language about the task at hand is more effective than relying on vague role-based instructions.

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Sam Altman

05/02/17

@ Y Combinator

Engaging in acquisition conversations can be distracting and demoralizing. Founders should only entertain such discussions if they are genuinely willing to sell the company.