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F*ck being conventional, CNBC-TV18 joins forces with Stocktwits India, and Operating Like a Hollywood Agent
Social Leverage Letter | Issue #124
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Building a startup requires unconventional approaches and creative problem-solving, as illustrated by Beehiiv’s (Fund IV) journey to overcome financial constraints and talent recruitment challenges. Early on, Tyler Denk negotiated with top candidates, offering gradual salary increases tied to revenue milestones, aligning incentives and ensuring the company's financial stability while securing top talent.
Stocktwits India (Fund II) joined forces with CNBC-TV18 enabling users to be able to view stock analysis by SEBI RAs on CNBC’s website. Checkout the integration here.
Michael Ovitz, a key figure in Hollywood, built a powerful agency by leveraging the principle that "information is power." This approach involved agents making hundreds of calls daily and sharing information openly within the firm. Ovitz's strategy of intense information gathering and sharing among agents led to significant influence and success in various creative fields.
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