Episode 003: Valiantly Defending Jobs
This episode is all about the (alleged) Apple Beats acquisition. While it may make a certain amount of business sense, does it signify a small but significant change in Apple’s priorities, and is it a cause for concern? Topics covered include: The rationale for the acquisition The difference between making and recognizing market opportunities What makes Apple uniquely capable of building revolutionary products Apple’s previous responses when threatened in music How to think about mergers and acquisitions How to best motivate employees Links: Why Apple is Buying Beats – Ben Thompson The New M&A Playbook – Clayton Christensen One More … Continue reading Episode 003: Valiantly Defending Jobs
